Itchy scalp? Could be lice infestation
It’s not just kids who are prone to get infested with lice. Young adults are equally at the risk of getting affected too. Here’s more on the problem…
Getting infested with head lice is a scary proposition. And what’s alarming is that many haircare professionals tell us that this is not restricted to children alone. Says hair professional Nita Gada, “With women taking public transport in the city to travel for work, it has become easier to catch lice. Also, if you leave your hair open most of the times, you may get infested with lice, no matter what your age.”
How does it affect grown ups? l Outside exposure Says beautician Tasneem Subzwari, “Contact with people who have lice or dandruff can result in this problem. Also, those who leave their hair open while travelling in public transport are at a higher risk of getting infected because lice flies from one head to another.” l Using others’ combs and clothing If you use the comb or clothing of those who are infested with lice, you are at a risk of getting affected by it, too. So, make sure you do not share combs. l Dead skin cells on your scalp Often if you have dead skin on your scalp, it could lead to build-up of lice. Thus, make sure that you wash your hair every alternate day.
Source: The Times of Indias
Published: 11 Oct 2014
Category: Features, Health alert
