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Adult lice are reddish-brown and 1/16 of an inch long. They move very fast and are most commonly seen at the back of the neck and behind the ears. Lice can only survive for two to three days when off of the human body. Nits are eggs from the adult lice and are whitish and are firmly attached to hairs. The eggs hatch in 6-10 days and it then takes another two to three weeks … [Read more...] about Understanding the nits from the lice

Ringworm is often a misdiagnosis for other conditions, especially numular eczema and pityriasis rosea Remember that athlete's foot is unusual in preteen children. These children often have Juvenile Plantar Dermatosis or a contact dermatitis when they have an itchy red rash on their feet Ringworm is only mildly contagious, so children undergoing treatment may continue to … [Read more...] about What fathers need to know about ringworm

An over the counter antifungal cream or ointment is the usual treatment for ringworm, except for tinea capitis (infection on the scalp), which is much more difficult to treat and often requires several months of an oral medication (like Griseofulvin).   Prescription topical creams, suspensions and lotions are also available, like Loprox, Spectazole and Oxistat are also … [Read more...] about Dad Advice: How to Treat ringworm

Ringworm diagnosis is usually made based on the appearance of the typical ringworm rash. Cultures, especially scalp cultures for tinea capitis, can be done though.   Topical steroids are a usual first treatment most parents use, but this can change the appearance of ringworm. So fathers should make sure to mention to the Pediatrician if you have been applying any … [Read more...] about Diagnosing ringworm

The lens of the eye is a notable exception when it comes to damaged cells being repaired or replaced. The cells of the lens of the eye are never replaced; the proteins of the lens are never replenished. The lens cannot repair itself; damage accumulates over a lifetime.   Unlike cataracts, little can be done to treat retinal diseases. Unlike the lens, the retina is … [Read more...] about Don’t kids automatically recover their lost sight when they grow up??