Even though we come across stories concerning genetically mutated head lice, (the defiant head lice that are resistant to chemicals), it is vital to keep in mind that head lice have been the accomplices of humans for thousands of years.

Even though head lice cause a great level of anxiety and annoyance, a head lice infestation is not cause for serious concern.

Yet when head lice keep coming back, there are reasons for it.

Stated below are the top three reasons why head lice keep coming back:

1.     Too Much Sharing

It is quiteeasy to educate kids to wash their hands and cover up their coughs to keep from spreading cold and flu,but how do you keep them from contracting head lice?

To explain how head lice can be prevented, share these basic facts with them:

·         Head lice can only crawl and cannot fly or jump,

·         Head lice will eventually die if not attached to the scalp, they can survive for no more than 24-48 hours,

·         The nitsattach themselves to the hair shaft and need the warmth of the scalp to mature.

Sharing hats, combs, and other hair accessories lead to head lice infestation. The fact is that head-to-head contact is the main reason why kids and adults contract lice. Explain to your kids how they must avoid sharing personal belongings and how it leads to head lice infestation.

2.     Contact with Friends outside of School

Most parents believe that their kids get head lice from schools only. While it may be true to a certain extent, lice can infest your children from multiple sources. According to experts, kids are more likely to get head lice from one or more of the following:

·         Close contact with friends during sleepovers and overnight parties, and sharing of bedding,

·         Team members of various sports,

·         During camping (especially overnight),

·         Through siblings at home

The kind of contact that allows for the spread of lice is actually more likely to happen outside of school, thus parents need to be aware and help kids to practice good lice prevention.

As parents, regularly check your child's hair for lice beforeand after sending your kids to these kidns of activities and parties.

3.     Ignoring Symptoms of Lice

While it’s a widely known fact that head lice do not spread or carry diseases, the condition can cause some unpleasant symptoms.

While the most frequent symptom is itching, it is surprising to know that the itch isn’t caused by the lice bites themselves, but a sensitivity to thelouse’s saliva.

It generally takes around four to six weeks for the allergic reaction to develop and the itching to surface. This also means that by the time your child is scratching his or her head, the infestation is already well underway.

Other common symptoms include red sores or bumps, the presence of nits in the hair and the sight of bugs lurking around the scalp.

To prevent the spread or re-infestations, parents must take even minor symptoms seriously and head to a head lice removal service, such as Miami Lice Removal.

Now operating in Kendall as well as Weston, they have the experts that performquality lice removal using all-natural means and treatments. Visit them today or book an appointment by calling 1-305-501-4889.