I can help, but I’ll need a bit more detail to give you a reliable answer. What you’re describing could be several common things found in children’s hair, and most are harmless—but it’s important to identify it correctly.
Common Possibilities
- Head lice (nits or live lice)
- Tiny white or yellowish oval eggs attached firmly to hair strands, often near the scalp
- May also see small moving insects
- Usually causes itching
- Dandruff or dry scalp
- White flakes that fall off easily when touched
- Not attached tightly to the hair
- Product buildup or dirt
- Residue from shampoo, oil, or sweat
- Comes off easily
- Fungal infection (like scalp ringworm)
- May include patches of hair loss, redness, or scaling
- Sometimes itchy or irritated
When You Should See a Doctor
- If you notice redness, swelling, or sores
- If your child has hair loss or bald patches
- If there’s persistent itching or discomfort
- If you’re unsure whether it’s lice or something else
What You Can Do Right Now
- Check closely under bright light
- Try to remove one—does it stick firmly (like lice eggs) or fall off easily (like dandruff)?
- Look for movement (live lice are very small but visible)
Best Next Step
If you can, send a clear photo of what you found. That would allow me to give you a much more accurate answer and guide you on exactly what to do next.
