Head lice treatment

Question

Head lice treatment

Asked for Female, 18 Years

My sister lives in a hostel and she's got an extreme case of head lice from the girls from her dormitory. We Googled places where we could treat it but centres only came up for children. Can we get her situation treated at your clinic? We will be thankful as head lice possess a lot of negative effects on one's health. We have tried all home remedies and it's out of our control noe

Answers (2)

20000+ health queries resolved in last month

Dr. Manoj Agarwala

Dermatologist 20 yrs exp Raipur

Hi Head lice can be treated effectively by a dermatologist or a family physician. They will also educate you how to prevent recurrences. Other members of the family or the hostel mates need to be treated

Answered

Let others know if this answer was helpful

Was this answer helpful?

YES NO

Didn't find the answer you are looking for?

Talk to experienced dermatologist online and get your health questions answered in just 5 minutes.

+163

Articles you may like

Head Lice - 3 Symptoms and Its Treatment!

Dr.Jagatjit Singh Kohli

‘Head lice’ are insects that feed on the blood of your scalp. This condition usually affects children and is moderately ... Read more

2

Home Remedies for 3 Major Hair Problems

Dr.Sachin Goel

Increase in #Hair #Problems, in today’s #hectic #life is due toA. #Air PollutionB. #Stress in everyday lifeC. #Lack of t ... Read more

9

The Lice Story: An Ayurvedic Take on Your Hair's Health!

Dr.vaidyas : Dr. surya Bhagwati

No matter however hard we tend to deny the existence of the scalp parasites, the history of such stubborn parasites have ... Read more

3

Head Injuries: Causes and Treatments

Dr.Apoorva Kumar

Head injuries are dangerous. They can lead to permanent disability, mental impairment, and even death. To most people, h ... Read more

2

Head And Neck Cancer Is A Preventable Cancer

Dr.Suhail Sayed

What are cancers of Head and Neck?Cancers that are known collectively as head and neck cancers usually begin in the squa ... Read more

15

The All-in-One Treatment: Hydrafacial

Dr.Lipy Gupta

We’re all so busy these days. It’s exhausting to require care of everything in your life - family, job, and home. The l ... Read more

0

This question featured in :

Head spinning treatment What is the treatment for head lice What is the treatment for pubic lice

Disclaimer : The content is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding your medical condition. Never disregard professional medical advice or delay in seeking it because of something you have read on this website.

Dr. Tina Ramachander Dermatologist 12 yrs exp Bangalore · Accepted Answer

Dr. Tina Ramachander

Dermatologist 12 yrs exp Bangalore

Adults too get lice commonly yes you can get treated for it in any dermatologist clinics near by to you. You will have to use oral medications too depending on severity.

Answered

0/1 people found this helpful

Was this answer helpful?

YES NO

Download FREE Practo app

Head lice treatment. At your clinic?

Answers (2)

Get your queries answered instantly with Care AI FREE

Didn't find the answer you are looking for?