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Head lice infestation

2017-07-18 08:24:21
I have head lice and I cannot get a kit for a couple of days at least... Are there any home remedies that actually are backed by science that work?  (i.e. Peanut butter, tea tree oil, vicks vaporub...etc...)
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Head lice can be treated effectively by a dermatologist or a family physician. It just requires a single application of the medicine. They will also educate you how to prevent recurrences. Other members of the family or the hostel mates need to be treated.
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