If you are more than ten years old and went to public school in America, this will probably sound familiar. Do you remember lining up with your classmates, waiting in dread as the school nurse picked through each child's hair? Remember when someone was pulled aside and told to wash all their clothes and linens?

Check and see if you answered yes to any of the previous questions. If you did, you have gone through some of the first steps in head lice treatment. You might be uncomfortable talking about it, but if you need to know more about lice information and the best treatment options, then you need to stop being uncomfortable and get the information.

Nits can be seen as white dots attached to the hair, which often indicates a head lice infestation. There are multiple ways to remove the louse eggs before they hatch. You can attempt removal with an over-the-counter shampoo. These shampoos contain chemicals to kill the lice while keeping you safe.

Maybe the most famous method of head lice treatment, however, is the tedious process of combing through your (or your child's, or spouse's) entire head of hair. Combs with incredibly fine teeth are available specifically for this purpose, and if you've got the time and patience, this is a great way to make sure you remove all the nits and lice.

Other than their chosen nesting site, "crabs" are just like head lice. They settle in the pubic hair, however, rather than on your scalp. It is quite common for them to be passed along while having intimate contact with someone, so you should be particularly careful to get rid of them if you are engaged in an intimate relationship.

There are various homeopathic and ultra-modern head lice treatment methods available, however, the best way to judge the right treatment for you is to try them. Usually, if you combine chemical rinses, combing and cleanliness, it should take care of your head lice. It is important to wash all linens like sheets and towels, to kill any lingering pests. Always remember head lice is very common and a lot of your friends face the same problem.