Lurking in the Shadows: Are Head Lice Dangerous?

You’ve probably read a dozen articles about head lice. From lice anatomy, to the social consequences, to symptom, to home remedies, and so on.

But the answer to one question that we frantically search for and wonder is, “Are head lice dangerous?”

This is a good question. Imagine hundreds of critters feeding off your scalp and nesting in the roots of your hair. The image is grotesque but at the same time, it’s also terrifying.

This is especially true for people who have never encountered lice before.

What are you supposed to do? Is there something to get rid of the as soon as possible? Do they carry deadly diseases?

These are just some of the questions that pop into our mind.

But Are Head Lice Dangerous?

It’s no doubt that head lice are similar to bed bugs, except they like to nest in your hair and leech off your blood via your scalp.

But unlike other types of parasites, head lice are actually harmless on their own. That’s right, no need to worry too much. The critters are harmless, except for the part where they ruin your social life!

They don’t carry harmful diseases but they do weaken your scalp, leading your hair to become vulnerable to dryness and damage.

This is because they feed on your blood, leaving almost no nutrition for your body to use. Therefore, it’s better to get them treated and removed before they spread.

The Circle of Lice

Head lice are fast on their feet when it comes to breeding. They’re tiny, sesame seed-sized critters that cannot survive without human blood.

The average female louse lays up to 10 eggs a day. Lice can live up to a month and during this time, the female lice lay hundreds of eggs that hatch within a week. Once the nits hatch, the nymph (baby lice) grow into adults within 6 to 7 days.

The process then restarts and continues. This is exactly why it’s difficult for lice victims to do anything about the problem on their own.

Getting the Help You Need

Every problem has a solution. We just need to find it. But what’s important isn’t just finding the right solutions; it’s avoiding the wrong ones.

One of the so-called “treatments” that should be avoided are home remedies. This is because these are the first type of “treatments” we look into when searching for a solution frantically.

Ingredients like tea tree oil, apple cider vinegar, and baking soda don’t do much to help remove the critters. In fact, they damage the roots of your hair, leaving your scalp vulnerable and dry.

Repeatedly using different remedies also leads to hair fall and frizzy strands. The last thing you want is to end up having to chop off your hair because of severe damage. Meanwhile, head lice are having a grand holiday, nesting in your hair and spreading around the house. Now you have more people to try home remedies on!

Another type of treatment you want to avoid is the over-the-counter one. Over-the-counter anti-lice products use harsh chemicals, such as permethrin (Nix), ovide, and lindane.

All of these are considered carcinogenic and one of the worst things about them is that they are used carelessly in anti-lice products. Frustrated and annoyed parents often throw them into their shopping carts, without knowing the consequences they lead to.

They’re also pesticides used by farmers to kill deadly insects. That’s why they’re not something you want to apply to your hair!

What’s the Solution?

The solution is extremely simple. Don’t worry, you don’t have to chop off your hair or go bald!

Lice removal services are the bane of head lice. Yes, that’s right. Lice removal services. They are specialists with years of experience. These licensed experts use natural products to thicken the strands of your hair to make it easier to work with.

They then use special combs that are made from high quality steel and metal components. The teeth of the comb don’t scrape and damage your scalp. They simply grasp onto nits and lice, removing them effortlessly from the roots.

Furthermore, lice removal services also offer in-home treatments to busy individuals who do not have time to visit a clinic. This is especially beneficial for working parents.

In addition, they also offer free head lice screening so you can find out whether you or your child has lice.  You can also opt for home inspection services to ensure that no critter is left lurking in the corners of your home.

Lice Busters Weston and Plantation treatment centers and a number of other Florida locations. Make sure to check the map to locate one closest to you. Book your appointment now by calling us at (800) 405-8201, and be rid of these pesky annoyances!