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A Little Back-to-School Education on Lice

September 4, 2014

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Class is back in session! You survived the back-to-school rush of new clothes, supplies and books. School classrooms, restrooms and gymnasiums pose health risks as breeding grounds for germs. Classmates not only spread germs quickly, but the issue of head lice also becomes a concern.  Before you bring out the combs and cleaning supplies, here are a few things your Knoxville Dermatology team wants you to know about lice.

Did you know that lice actually prefer clean heads over dirty ones? Head lice prefer cleaner heads because they move by crawling. And because they don’t jump or fly from head to head, they are more frequently spread through sharing of items like hats, combs and headbands.

Although they feed on blood and make several tiny bites that cause that itching sensation, lice do not transmit any diseases. They can, however, lead to a raw or bleeding scalp from the excessive itching. This is when skin infections can occur.

Lice are a huge nuisance, but there are many over-the-counter products available and easy to use. You must be extremely thorough when treating lice. Make sure to wash and clean everything from your hair and head to your clothes and furniture. If you suspect that you or your child has lice, call us and we can recommend some simple and fast treatments. We’ll make sure any back-to-school issues with lice are “saved by the bell”!

If you have any questions about lice, please call us today at 865-690-9467. Skin health is an important part of total body wellness. Schedule an appointment with one of our board certified physicians in Knoxville to get your skin the care it needs so it can reach its fullest, healthiest potential.

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