Pediculosis is a disease characterized by parasitization of lice on different parts of the human body. This unpleasant disease is transmitted by contact-household means through hygiene products and clothing. So, it is easy to catch it in hairdressing salons, where combs are poorly processed. Children attending kindergartens and schools are especially prone to pediculosis. When infected on the third day, a person develops severe itching and an allergic reaction at the bite sites in the form of red rashes.
It is not difficult to get rid of head lice; modern medicine offers a huge arsenal of medications. But, in addition to medicines, you can use folk remedies that help permanently eliminate lice. Home treatment is quite effective, especially in combination with traditional methods of therapy. First of all, it is necessary to disinfect the room, bedding and things of the patient.
Nits need to be combed out with a special comb, this process is repeated daily. You can, of course, immediately shave off your head, but this is not aesthetically pleasing, so we suggest that you fight the disease with more gentle methods.
- Cranberry juice is rubbed daily into the scalp, thereby forcing the blood-sucking parasites to detach from the body. Then immediately need to comb out lice. Home treatment in this way will help get rid of the disease.
- An old proven method that shows a positive result is table vinegar. The grandfather method effectively fights insects. So, prepare a healing solution of 300 grams of water and 30 ml of bite. Pour this water over the head, and then comb the strands well. Parasites cannot stand the smell of vinegar and become lethargic, in addition, the liquid dissolves the sticky mass with which they are attached to the skin.
- The well-known kerosene will help to eliminate larvae. Kerosene treatment for lice allows you to achieve amazing results, only after such procedures you will have to restore your hair. Lubricate the hair roots with this liquid, wrap it with a towel, and put a plastic bag on top , stand for 2 hours, then rinse thoroughly with a treatment shampoo.
- Hair dye will kill lice. Treatment at home is often carried out in a banal way - using staining. The hydrogen peroxide contained in all paints has a detrimental effect on blood-sucking parasites.
- Alternative medicine is offered by alternative medicine: mix peppermint juice (30 g) with a glass of natural pomegranate juice and boil for 15 minutes. Wipe the affected areas with a cooled broth. Do not stop therapy until the insects are completely exterminated. Just remember to comb out the lice.
- Alternative treatment with dust soap. Just rinse your head with this product and comb. The alkali present in the soap eliminates all insects.
Do not forget that folk remedies are not a panacea for parasites, but just an addition to the main therapy. Before using this or that natural drug, consult your doctor first, as some drugs may cause allergies and will not cure lice. Treatment at home should be carried out with extreme caution, and proven medications, such as Medifox or Nittifor, are best suited.