Hair lice problem

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Hair lice problem

Asked for Female, 18 Years

I used a fine comb to check whether I had lice...But I had used it one year ago and I forgot to wash it...Is there any chance I could catch lice from that comb?

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Dr. Govind S Mittal Trichologist 14 yrs exp Bangalore · Accepted Answer

Dr. Govind S Mittal

Trichologist 14 yrs exp Bangalore

Greetings. If u haven't used a comb for a year and if u have used it again - no there isn't any chances of getting hair lice. However please clean the comb n use. Maintain good hygiene for healthy skin and hair. Warm regards, Dr Govind Suresh Mittal, Bengaluru.

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