Is it possible to have head lice and only have one?

I was around my nephew recently and later learned he had lice. My head always itches so I did not think anything of it until I found a tiny bug under my fingernail I could not tell what it was I checked both of my kids and did not see anything My husband checked my head and did not see anything. Is it possible for 1 lice to be in your hair? Should I shampoo myself and kids?

Is it possible to have head lice and only have one?

Its possible,,,but I probably wouldn't do anything until you start feeling itchy and start scratching your head..My kids used to get it and I would think they all had it and take precautions but that stuff isn't cheap so I waited and used it when I KNEW they had lice...ALSO wash sheets and towels IN HOT water or they DO come back,,,GOOD LUCK!!!

Is it possible to have head lice and only have one?

doesn't everything starts with one? haha, anyway, just to be sure, you can shampoo your hair.

Is it possible to have head lice and only have one?

i'm not sure about the 1 lice thing. but i would shampoo everyone and spray everything to be on the safe side.

Is it possible to have head lice and only have one?

Yes it is possible to only have one. DO shampoo, because the one you found may have deposited eggs, which have a one week gestation. Head checks everyday, and re-treat with shampoo in one week. Stay away from the spray. It is not that effectivce and very toxic to humans. DRY all bed linens and hats first, then wash them as usual. The heat will kill any eggs or immature nymphs. Best of luck. Peace.

Is it possible to have head lice and only have one?

Lice multiply very rapidly so one would not be very likely. You will be more likely to see the "nits" or the eggs on the hair shaft. They are a tiny pearl like thing usually closer to the head. It is stuck there with a glue and cannot be removed easily. Look closely for the nits that is your best indicator. Lice shampoos are a chemical substance so unless you really need to avoid them. Some folks like to rinse their hair in vinegar if they think they have been exposed so you might try that.

Is it possible to have head lice and only have one?

i dont think its possible to have one single lice.

but i would do that shampoo justtttt in case

Is it possible to have head lice and only have one?

Do the shampoo. My son had one this summer I left it untreated and we battled lice for over a month. Make sure you wash clothes,towels,%26amp; sheets in hot water with bleach. I found what helps some is take regular mayo and coat your hair in it wrap it in saren wrap and let stand on hair for about an 1 1/2 and it smothers the lice on your hair. Make sure you use that comb that comes with the lice kits to get all the dead ones out of your hair. I hope this helps you. I washed his hair in tea tree shampoo for about 2 months and it helped keep them out also.

Is it possible to have head lice and only have one?

Do NOT shampoo with pesticides 'just in case.' People here really need to research their answers before they go around giving people 'advice.' The lice preparations you buy from a chemist are pesticides and every pesticide has the potential to do serious harm, even if used 100% as directed.

It is possible you picked up one bug but unless it was a pregnant female or there are a pair they won't be able to reproduce. If there are no eggs present in your hair there is no need to start a full scale assault. I would simply cover your hair in a thick conditioner, cover your hair with a shower cap and leave it overnight. This will suffocate any live lice. If eggs are present get yourself some hair straighteners (flat iron) and zap them with that.

Please don't treat your whole family unnecessarily with pesticides.

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Good Luck.