Medically reviewed by Brendan Camp, MD There are effective treatments for an itchy scalp. Depending on the cause, you can ...

Let’s say you’ve got school-age kids, and you find yourself asking, “Why does my scalp itch?” Is there any way you’re not going to wonder if it’s head lice? Head lice are tiny bugs ...

There are many home remedies that help get rid of lice naturally, such as vinegar, lavender oil, tea tree oil, garlic, and ...

In pre-Columbian times, as today, people apparently resisted cutting off all the hair, the easiest way to get rid of lice. “Vanity is stronger than itching,” says lead scientist Bernardo Arriaza.

About 4-24 hours later, you start to itch and sting. And you get a red rash that looks like acne and lasts about a week. Here's how to avoid sea lice: Wear just your bathing suit. Fewer clothes ...

Itchy skin, or pruritus, can result from conditions like eczema or dermatitis. Less commonly, it can stem from conditions such as kidney failure and liver disease. Some causes of itching affect ...

Well, at least their hair. It's "super lice," and they are on the rise. Thanks to a genetic mutation, super lice are resistant to the treatments you can buy over the counter. But they can still be ...

You cannot prevent their spread by using condoms. It is possible, but rare, to get pubic lice from sharing infected towels, bedding or clothing. Symptoms usually include an intense itching in the ...