most common symptom is itching, although some people may have lice without immediately experiencing significant itching.
Other possible signs include:
- A crawling or tickling sensation
- Scratching the scalp frequently
- Small red marks from scratching
- Irritation around the scalp or neck
- Tiny eggs firmly attached to individual hairs
- Seeing live insects moving through the hair
However, dandruff and hair-product residue can sometimes be mistaken for nits.
It Might Not Be Lice
Not every tiny object found in hair is a parasite.
Hair can collect all sorts of things, including small insects, plant material, fibers, dust, and product residue.
A person who has been outdoors may even find an ordinary insect temporarily caught in their hair.
That’s why identifying the object before treating the person is important.
What About a Tick?
If the object appears attached directly to the scalp or skin rather than simply moving through the hair, a tick is
