If you found a small bug on your child’s scalp, the most common possibility is a head louse, which causes the condition known as Head Lice. These insects live in hair and feed on small amounts of blood from the scalp. 🪳➡️🧒
What Head Lice Look Like
- Very small (about the size of a sesame seed)
- Tan, gray, or brown
- Move quickly through hair
- Often found behind the ears or near the back of the neck
You might also see tiny white eggs (nits) attached firmly to hair shafts close to the scalp.
Common Signs
- Itchy scalp
- A crawling sensation in the hair
- Small red bumps on the scalp or neck
- White/yellowish nits stuck to hair strands
What To Do
- Check the scalp carefully under bright light.
- Use a fine-tooth lice comb to look for lice or nits.
- Wash bedding, hats, and pillowcases in hot water.
- Use a lice treatment product containing medications like Permethrin or Pyrethrin if lice are confirmed.
Important
- Lice do not spread disease but should be treated promptly.
- Avoid sharing hairbrushes, hats, or pillows.
✅ Best next step: If possible, take a clear photo of the bug and share it here. I can help identify whether it’s head lice, a tick, flea, or another insect and tell you exactly what to do.