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Symptoms of Head lice

Infestation often causes itching of the scalp, but may also go unnoticed.  If you suspect head lice, check the base of hairs for eggs and comb the hair over a piece of white paper to see if you can spot any dark mature lice.

Sometimes an infestation is marked by tiny red spots on the scalp.

The hair behind the ears and at the nape of the neck are favourite spots so lice and eggs may be spotted here.

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