The scenario and questions
Mrs P has just received a letter from her children's school to say there is an outbreak of head lice. €I don't think that any of my children have got them yet, although I'm not sure what to look for. I want to know how I can stop my kids from getting them. Should I start using an anti-head lice lotion now? And do you think head lice repellent spray would do the trick?€
You ask how old the children are. €Lara is eight, Thomas is four and in reception at school, and baby William is four months. Oh, and Lara has asthma.€
QUESTIONS
- What are the characteristic features of head lice infestation?
- Should Mrs P start using a head lice elimination treatment immediately?
- What head lice treatments are available?
- Is the head lice repellent spray effective?
- Are there any risks for patients with asthma in using head lice treatments?
- Could a head lice treatment be used on baby William if necessary?
- Is there any need to treat bedding or clothing that has been in contact with head lice?
- What additional advice would you give in association with use of head lice treatments?