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Clean Home/Prevent Reinfestation: Wash all clothing, bedding and towels used by infested persons in hot water (above 55°C). Dry items at highest heat for at least 20 minutes. Dry clean items that can't be washed.
Disinfect hair products such as combs, brushes, and hair accessoires by soaking in hot (above 55°C) soapy water for 5 to 10 minutes.
Place stuffed toys in plastic bags and seal for 2 weeks.
Vacuum rugs, carpets, mattresses and car seats thoroughly. Dispose of vacuum cleaner bags immediately after use.
Check entire family for head lice for 10 days: Inspect scalp and hair each day for the lice, eggs and nits for 10 days. If lice, eggs or nits are seen, you may repeat steps 1-3 anytime.
How to check for the head lice: Examine the head under bright natural light.
Part the hair and closely examine the scalp, especially the nape of the neck and behind the ears. Lice will quickly move away from the light.
To find the eggs and nits, look for small white or yellowish-brown specks that are about the size of a poppy seed. Eggs are found on the hair shaft close to the scalp. Newly laid eggs are almost transparent, so it is helpful to examine the hair from different angles of light.
To tell the difference between eggs and dandruff, try to dislodge them from the hair shaft. If they are not easily removed, they are probably eggs.
