Wet Combing
Wet Combing
This is the systematic combing of wet hair with a louse detection comb to remove head lice.
NHS Scotland advises the following steps for wet combing:
Wet combing should be completed on days 1, 5, 9 and 13 after discovering lice and a check should be done on day 17 to make sure the hair is lice free.
Advantages:
- Inexpensive, kits can be reused
- No contraindications or precautions for use
Disadvantages:
- Time consuming and labour intensive
- Ineffective if an unsuitable comb or incorrect method is used