How To Eliminate And Treat Head Lice San Francisco Outbreaks

By Frances Keith


Head lice San Francisco epidemics are very common in schools. These insects are wingless and attach themselves to the scalp and hair. They have a brown-gray color and are very small. These insects can cause the scalp and neck area to break out in red bumps. These are small parasites but can be seen with the naked eye.

These insects lay their eggs on to the scalp where they cling to the hair causing severe itching. There are a number of treatments that are available to get rid of these pesky insects. Special shampoos that contain insecticides are effective but the strong chemicals may pose health risks. Therefore, alternative natural methods can be used to eliminate this problem.

There are a number of different causes for the appearance of these insects in the hair. Poor hygiene can lead to this problem and if not treated quickly, it will spread. These insects are easily transmitted from one person to another. It is important not to share items such as hats, combs or brushes. Epidemics spread quickly and it is important to treat the problem as soon as possible.

The parasites suck blood from the person's scalp. This bite causes a lot of scalp irritation and severe itching. The eggs that are laid in the hair hatch in eight days. The egg shells, look like dandruff; they slide from the hair but the insect remains attached to scalp. There are special fine combs that detach the insects.

School children have their scalps checked when their is an outbreak. Schools often get these types of outbreaks. Anyone who has been infected has to get treated before they return to class. Parents may opt to use a fine comb and dip it into hot water and tea tree oil to kill the insects, if they do not want to use chemically treated shampoos.

Anyone with this sort of infestation will need to be very careful not to contaminate others. The infected person will need to constantly change their sheets and pillowcases. They will not be able to keep their combs, brushes or hats near other people's belongings. When treatment has been successfully completed, all of their personal items will need to be sterilized.

It is not hard to find natural shampoo treatments for these kinds of infestations. An online search will bring up a lot of information regarding natural alternatives that will eliminate the infestation. It is also very easy to read customer reviews regarding various products to help find the best treatment. Most of the treatments have a silicone based conditioner that can be used with a medicated shampoo. A large-tooth comb is necessary to detangle wet hair and then a fine tooth comb is needed to pull out the insects and eggs.

Head lice San Francisco outbreaks can be quickly contained. Infected individuals must receive the proper treatment as soon as possible. Notifications must be sent to all parents regarding an outbreak at a school. The infected child has to be treated and free of the infestation before they can return to school.




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