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Head lice affect more than 100 million people worldwide annually. Permethrin (1% formulation) is efficacious but resistance is emerging. Malathion (0.5% formulation) is an alternative, but ...

Adding to the complexity, many families are encountering lice for the first time, unaware of the symptoms. "We've seen so ...

Pubic lice symptoms include: Lots of itching in your genital area. Super small bugs in your pubic hair. You can usually see pubic lice by looking closely, or you may need to use a magnifying glass.

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If the insects bite the top of the head, lice can cause red spots on the scalp. Lice are often difficult to find, but their eggs, called nits, are usually easier to spot. The nits appear as ...

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