Difficulties Experienced by Families Following Unsuccessful Treatment of Pediculosis capitis: the Mothers’ Perspective

Özkan, Özlem; Sikar-Aktürk, Aysun; Mert, Kader; Bilen, Nilgün; Mumcuoglu, Kosta Y.

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“…Antecedents are situations or conditions under which the concept occurs. Identified antecedents of stigma in relation to head lice include the presence (actual or perceived) of a louse; negative perception of louse infestation (dirty, unkempt); systemic treatment of the problem; perception of the severity and harm to self, others, community and school; and being, or being associated with those perceived as, of lesser status …”

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“…Physical findings considered to indicate an infestation include egg casings (nits) from a past infestation, dandruff, actual louse sighting, other insects, hair knots, scabs, and epidermal material . Having an itchy head or contact with an infected individual also signified an active infestation of head lice . Social characteristic traits linked to head lice include perceptions of poor hygiene, unkemptness, lower socioeconomic class, less education, non‐White ethnicity, or homelessness .…”

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“…Other federally approved products used for head lice include the OTC chemical‐based product dimethicone and prescription products such as benzyl alcohol lotion, ivermectin lotion, spinosad, malathion, and lindane. Popular non‐federally approved remedies include essential oils, kerosene, gasoline, vinegar, bleach, and lice removal services . These remedies lack efficacy and pose a risk of human and environmental harm.…”

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Stigma resulting from head lice infestation: A concept analysis and implications for public health

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Aim: The aim of this concept analysis was to examine stigma in the context of head lice, illuminating its components and providing insights for the development of appropriate nursing interventions.Background: Stigma associated with the phenomenon of head lice management is pervasive, promulgating fear and influencing policy and treatment practices. Few studies have examined stigma in this context. Method:The method followed was the Rodgers's evolutionary method. Data Sources: Health, education, and social sciences databases were searched and yielded 20 articles spanning 1996-2018 used to create a relevant literature review. Results: Stigma arising from head lice infestation is preceded by an actual or perceived case of head lice, negative perceptions of lice, negative perception of groups or persons with head lice, or being associated with a group or person of lesser status believed to be a carrier of head lice. Defining attributes include marks of infestation, negative and unfair beliefs, and shame. Consequences of stigma are economic costs, social costs, mistreatment, and overtreatment with pediculicides. Conclusion: The concept of stigma in the context of head lice management is multifaceted. Further research is required to understand the magnitude of stigma as well as other factors associated with optimal treatment of children with head lice. K E Y W O R D S concept analysis, head lice, Pediculosis capitus, school and pediatric nursing, stigma AUTHOR BIOGRAPHIES

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“…Despite the treatment options available, difficulties persist due to children's refusal to be treated, the persistence of nits, stigma, and exclusion from settings such as schools. 15,16 Due to the adaptability of head lice, resistance to drugs have also emerged. 14 …”

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Comparison of efficiency of 1% permethrin lotion vs. 0.5% ivermectin shampoo in the treatment of pediculosis capitis

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Background: Pediculosis or head louse infestation is a common condition and an issue of concern in developing countries. Various treatment options are available for the management of this condition but still needs further research due to drug resistance. This study seeks to compare the efficacy of 1% permethrin lotion and 0.5% ivermectin shampoo in the management of pediculosis capitis.Methods: A prospective longitudinal study was conducted in a tertiary care hospital from September 2013 to June 2015. Patients presenting with pediculosis capitis infestation were divided into two groups of 50 each. They were treated with either topical 1% permethrin lotion or 0.5% ivermectin shampoo. Follow up was done once in 4 weeks on the extent of head lice infestation.Results: After being treated with either topical 1% permethrin or 0.5% ivermectin shampoo, the presence of nits decreased significantly in the ivermectin group. Number of patients either had no nits or less than 5 dead nits in the permethrin group than in the ivermectin group.Conclusions: It is concluded that both 1% permethrin and 0.5% ivermectin have comparable efficacies in managing pediculosis capitis infestation, but permethrin was found to be more effective in treatment. In addition, none of the participants in both the treatment groups experienced any side effects. This is one of the very few studies exploring the treatment efficacy of topical ivermectin and the potential scope for future studies on the treatment options for pediculosis capitis.

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“…Many families, confronted with lice infestation, frantically buy and repeatedly apply ineffective products, until financial resources are exhausted and resignation in despair reigns (Ozkan et al 2012). This maintains the prevalence of active head lice infestation at epidemic levels in our schools and kindergarten (Vander Stichele et al 2002).…”

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Ex vivo effectiveness of French over-the-counter products against head lice (Pediculus humanus capitis De Geer, 1778)

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Head lice infestation is still a public health problem worldwide, with an intracountry and intercountry prevalence variation of 0.7 to 59%. There is a large variety of over-the-counter anti-louse products, but their efficacy is not always well assessed. Our objective was to test the pediculicidal and ovicidal efficacy of 21 over-the-counter head louse products, available in France during the period of 2008 to 2012. We tested children living in Tours City in central France and visiting preschools, primary schools, kindergarten, camps, and child care facilities, as well as children in their family houses, and were examined for the presence of lice. The products were collected from randomly selected pharmacies by covert investigators and then tested in the laboratory on an ex vivo sample of head lice and their eggs, collected from the hair of infested children. Living lice and unharmed eggs were collected from the scalps of 3-12 years old. The laboratory conditions for ex vivo testing mimicked the manufacturers' instructions for exposure time and application method. In 21 runs, 3919 living lice and 4321 undamaged living eggs were collected from the scalp of over 400 children. The 21 products were classified in three groups: 6 products in a group of potentially 100% pediculicidal activity and potentially 100% ovicidal activity, 8 products in a group of potentially 100% pediculicidal activity but insufficient ovicidal activity (including 2 products with claims of single application treatment), and 7 products in a group of insufficient pediculicidal activity and ovicidal activity. The pharmaceutical market for head lice products in France is swamped with poorly tested and ineffective products. Rigorous efficacy testing preregistration and periodic screening and testing of effectiveness in the post-registration period should be endorsed by the health authorities.

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Difficulties Experienced by Families Following Unsuccessful Treatment of Pediculosis capitis: the Mothers’ Perspective

Cited by 11 publications

References 19 publications

Stigma resulting from head lice infestation: A concept analysis and implications for public health

Stigma resulting from head lice infestation: A concept analysis and implications for public health

Comparison of efficiency of 1% permethrin lotion vs. 0.5% ivermectin shampoo in the treatment of pediculosis capitis

Ex vivo effectiveness of French over-the-counter products against head lice (Pediculus humanus capitis De Geer, 1778)

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