To prevent further infestation, put on clean clothes and underwear following treatment. Any clothes that you were wearing prior to treatment should be washed right away. Once you've treated crabs, wash any clothing, bedding, and linens that you used in the past month. Lice and nits in bedding, towels, and clothing must be killed by machine washing and drying. You must use hot water when machine washing. You should also use the hottest setting on your dryer for at least 20 minutes.Repeat this process after each treatment. Continue until all of the lice are gone from both your body and your belongings. Store the items in sealed plastic bags until they're washed. If you can't wash them, you can store them sealed in plastic bags for 2 weeks. By this point, all the lice should die. Watch the area over the next few weeks for signs of lice. If you see more lice or experience itching and redness, follow the same process to retreat the area within a week of the first treatment. Some creams only kill live lice, not the nits, so you'll definitely need to retreat the area once the nits hatch. Tell all of your sexual partners from within the previous month that you have pubic lice. You and your partners may be more likely to have gonorrhea or chlamydia which are common in people with pubic lice. You and your partners should be evaluated and tested for the full range of STDS. In the meantime, avoid any sexual contact until you no longer have pubic lice. Using condoms does not prevent the spread of pubic lice, since it spreads on close skin to skin contact

Summary: Put on clean underwear and clothing. Wash all of your clothing, bedding, and linens. Monitor the treated area. Inform your sexual partners and abstain from sex.

You can purchase a greenhouse kit from gardening companies that will contain almost everything you'll need to plant bamboo seeds. The kit will have a holding tray, a number of peat pellets, labels, and a lid to create the greenhouse effect. This is a great way to grow bamboo seedlings all year round and in an indoor setting. The greenhouse that you purchase does not need to be specifically made for bamboo growing. Kits come in a variety of sizes from 6 plants up to over 70. A 50-plant greenhouse measures approximately 11 by 11 inches (28 by 28cm). Your odds of success will improve if you choose a greenhouse with space for 50+ plants. After you buy your greenhouse, you'll notice that each pellet is already positioned in its own indention. This means that the greenhouse is ready for planting with almost no setup required. Get a pitcher and pour water into the holding tray until each pellet is halfway saturated. You'll need to adjust the amount of water that you use depending on how many pellets you need to cover. It's okay if the tops of the pellets get wet during the pouring process, as long as they are halfway covered. Check any diagrams and instructions on the greenhouse package before watering or planting. Some greenhouse kits even come with self-watering setups. You might need to fill a large basin with water. Then, the basin will feed into a watering mat under the pellets, reducing your watering intervals. Another option is to remove the pellets and place them into a rectangular metal cake pan. Then, pour boiling water over the pellets until it reaches the halfway point. The high temperature of the water is supposed to help sterilize the pellets. The ideal water temperature for watering your pellets is 10 to 15C (50 to 59F). You can also use distilled water for your seedlings to minimize any contaminants. Watch as the pellets begin to absorb the water almost immediately. Make sure that they are fully expanded within the containers and add a bit more water if any of the pellets seem to lag behind. Once the pellets are finished expanding, carry the tray over to a sink and drain away the remaining standing water. Your goal is to get the pellets to a state of dampness, but not sogginess, or they might lose their structure.

Summary: Buy a miniature indoor greenhouse. Submerge the pellets halfway under a layer of water. Let the pellets soak up the water for 5-10 minutes.

Vine maple, striped maple, Amur maple, and paperbark maple are all tough to germinate, and require extra attention. This applies to most other species native to Asia, as well as mountain maples and rocky mountain maples. All of the seeds in this category drop in autumn or winter. Left alone in the soil, they can take years to germinate. Many of these species have an extremely hard hull (pericarp). Growers often "scarify" the hull to greatly improve germination rates. You may use any of these methods: Rub the base of the seed (opposite the wing) against a nail file or sandpaper. Stop as soon as you break through the hull, barely nicking the seed coat underneath. Soak the seeds in household strength hydrogen peroxide for several hours, then rinse well. Soak the seeds in warm water for 24 hours. The US Forest Service recommends keeping the seeds at 2030C (6886F) for 3060 days. These seeds have not been studied as thoroughly as those of other species, so exact guidelines for each species are not available. Transfer the seeds to a plastic, zip-locked bag in the refrigerator, with a small handful of peat moss or other growing material. Check back every couple weeks to look for signs of mold, drying, or sprouting. Rocky mountain seeds (Acer glabrum) usually take the full 180 days to germinate. Other species can take as few as 90, but they are unpredictable. Don't expect every seed to sprout. Germination rates as low as 20% are common for these species. You may start the germinated seeds on an indoor seedling tray, or plant them outside if the last frost has passed. Plant them 0.6 to 2.5cm ( to 1 inch) beneath the soil surface. Water occasionally but deeply, not letting the soil stay dry for long. For more specific information, look up your exact maple species.

Summary: Follow this approach for mountain and Asian species. Treat the outer hull. Store in a warm room. Cold stratify for 90180 days. Plant the seeds.

Prepare a tea using herbs that keep your liver and gallbladder healthy. Place 1 teaspoon (4 g) of dried herb into a small teapot. Pour 1 cup (240ml) of boiling water into the pot and put the lid on. Steep the tea for 5 to 10 minutes if you're using herbal leaves or flowers. If you're using roots, steep them for 10 to 20 minutes. Milk thistle can relieve pain and shrink the size of gallstones. Dandelion leaves stimulate the liver and gallbladder which can help them push gallstones through. Turmeric can make the bile more soluble so the gallstones are easier to pass. Globe artichoke will keep your gallbladder and liver healthy, but it could increase bile production. Don't make globe artichoke tea if you have gallstones that are blocking ducts. Spread castor oil on a soft cloth and lay it on your abdomen. Then cover the cloth with plastic wrap and lay a hot water bottle or electric heating pad on top. Keep these in place for 30 to 60 minutes a day. The castor oil is an anti-inflammatory and antioxidant oil that will improve circulation in your gallbladder. You can use this treatment for up to 3 days in a row. Phosphatidylcholine is a type of lipid (fat) that can help break up and dissolve the gallstones. Because dosages vary, follow the package instructions. A standard dose is 840 mg up to 2 times a day. You can buy phosphatidylcholine from most pharmacies or drug stores. Look for a phosphatidylcholine that has been tested by a third party and contains few filler ingredients. Schedule an appointment with a certified acupuncturist. Regular acupuncture sessions can relieve abdominal pain and improve the flow of bile. You may need several weeks of acupuncture treatments before you feel the benefits.
Summary: Drink 2 to 4 cups of herbal tea a day. Use a castor oil pack and heating pad to reduce swelling. Take phosphatidylcholine 1 to 2 times a day to dissolve gallstones. Try acupuncture to relieve pain and improve gallbladder function.