What are the symptoms of head lice?

An itchy scalp A tickling feeling of something moving on the scalp or through the hair Red bite marks on the scalp caused by excessive scratching or a red rash on the back of the neck.

What are nits and what do they look like?

Nits (louse eggs) are very small, about the size of a sesame seed. They are laid by the adult female and are attached at an angle to the base of the hair shaft, with a very strong glue. They are yellowish, tan or coffee colored ovals. They are usually, but not exclusively found on the crown of the head, around the ears and near the nape of the neck. Nits take 7 to 10 days to hatch.

How can I tell if it's a nit?

Nits are glued to the hair and will be difficult to remove. They will not blow away easily like dandruff will.

Who gets head lice?

Anyone who comes in head to head contact with someone with head lice is at risk. Children between the ages of 3 and 11 and their families are most often infected.

Why me?

Head lice is not a symptom of being dirty. Lice happens and it can happen to anyone! Lice actually prefer clean hair because it is easier for them to lay their eggs.