Head lice also known as Joon in India are tiny insects that are usually found feeding on blood from the human scalp. Presence of head lice is medically called Pediculosis capitis. It usually affects children. Head lice do not carry any bacterial or viral infection or diseases. But it can cause dandruff hair nits dirt and hair fall. It is usually caused by direct transfer from one person to another. Unhealthy habits like sharing of combs brushes caps and other clothing increase the risk of head lice. Once these lice enter your scalp they suck on the blood and lay their eggs. Once the eggs are laid down the