Medisure Healthcare Nit Combs Double Pack

Fine Toothed Nit Comb: A fine toothed nit comb can be used to detect head lice and to undertake treatment with the 'wet combing method'.
Many different treatment methods are available and you should consult your local healthcare professional for the most appropriate course of action in your case.
Head Lice are small insects that are usually brown or grey in colour and are around the size of a match head when fully grown. The eggs are laid in small sacs which are fixed to the base of individual hairs. The eggs are known as nits and are usually dull in colour.
The eggs usually take around 7-10 days to hatch and the empty sacs may then be found further along the hair, as the hair grows out. The empty sacs are generally of a white and shiny appearance. Once hatched, the lice will take around 7-14 days to reach maturity and at this point the reproductive cycle will continue.

Detecting head lice: Wash hair normally and comb carefully with a standard comb to remove tangles. Whilst hair is still wet, use a nit comb to thoroughly comb hair from root to tip with every stroke. Pay close attention to areas behind the ears, at the nape of the neck and under the fringe. Inspect the comb carefully after each stroke then rinse and repeat. It is vital to trace and treat the source of the Infestation and regular examination of the whole family should be made. The wet combing method for head lice removal: Wash hair normally and whilst still wet add a generous amount of ordinary conditioner. Remove tangles with a standard comb. Comb hair thoroughly with a nit comb, ensuring that the teeth of the comb slot into the hair roots at the scalp for the start of each stroke. Each stroke should cover the hair from root to tip. Comb over a pale surface such as a paper towel and rinse the comb clear of lice after every stroke. Wet tice have greater difficulty in traveling through the hair and conditioner helps to reduce their grip. Repeat this routine thoroughly every 3-4 days for at least 2 weeks, this will prevent emerging lice from having the opportunity to continue the reproductive cycle.

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