Head lice: evidence that resistance to physically acting treatments is developing

Publication Type:Journal Article
Year of Publication:2023
Authors:I. F. Burgess, Brunton E. R.
Journal:British Journal of Dermatology
Volume:189
Pagination:144-145
Date Published:Apr-05-2023
ISSN:0007-0963, 1365-2133
Abstract:

We describe cases of head louse infestation not cured by topical products based on synthetic oils in which all stages of lice survived treatment on more than one occasion. These observations provide evidence that some populations of head lice are developing tolerance/resistance to these physically acting treatments.

URL:https://academic.oup.com/bjd/article-abstract/189/1/144/7104079
DOI:10.1093/bjd/ljad106
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