Head Lice Misdiagnosis
May 13, 2013 by tma97
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In a research study 555 samples were sent in identified as head lice cases – only 57.5% were correctly diagnosed. Teachers – 50% correct Relatives – 47% correct Nurses – 32% correct Physicians – 11% correct The study was published in: Pediatric Infectious Disease Journal. 2000 Aug;19(8):689-93; discussion 694. Overdiagnosis and consequent mismanagement of head […]
My daughter had lice and we used Rid several times before deciding to get them professionally removed and I’m so glad we did! Billie was amazing! She was very thorough and even agreed to check my hair without an appointment. Billie is also very knowledgeable and informed us about their life cycle, myths, deterrents, and ways to alleviate the itch. However, my daughter stopped itching almost immediately after seeing Billie. The Lice Place also does a free follow up check 5-10 days after the initial visit, which is an added relief/benefit. If my daughter gets lice again, we will definitely bypass the Rid and go straight to Billie!