Question 1

need to see photos of flea bites on humans?

Accepted Answer

Here you go: For bites use benadryl, (diphenhydramine) Hydrocortisone cream, clean wound thoroughly and watch for signs of infection.

Question 2

do doctors see a lot of patients with flea bites?

Accepted Answer

Yes: Flea bites are self limited because man is not the natural host.There are many cases that are probably never seen by physicians and s
ef correct if the host dog or cat is treated properly.

Question 3

hello all, 
my wife has gotten some rashes for a week. they are like flea bites but i dont think they are because we didnt see any of them. what is it?

Accepted Answer

This will require: in-person evaluation for proper diagnosis.

Question 4

how to tell if i have bedbug bites or flea bites. every thing i see online does not really help i am so lost and confused?

Accepted Answer

May be: hard to tell. Flea bites  are grouped in 3-4, prefer creases, ankles, legs, armpits, waist. Bed bugs can affect any part of the body, usually open ones (face, arms, etc.), sometimes paired (group of 2).

Question 5

rash that looks like flea bites but isn't?

Accepted Answer

See doctor: This is impossible to diagnose without seeing the rash and getting a thorough history.  See your doctor.

Question 6

do flea bites spread?

Accepted Answer

Depends: Flea bites result in red spots surrounded by reddened haloes. They are extremely itchy and cause great discomfort. Fleas often target the legs and feet of human victims and may infest the entire bodies of domestic house pets.Treating flea bites merely addresses one symptom of an infestation. Extermination methods should be conducted in conjunction with bite treatment to keep from spreading.

Question 7

are flea bites dangerous?

Accepted Answer

No: Simply an annoyance!

Question 8

i have very bad flea bites?

Accepted Answer

Flea bites: If you are allergic to the bites, then they will itch for weeks.  If you scratch them, they will itch until you quit scratching them.  They can cause hard bumps called nodules if you continue to rub or scratch.  Also, are the fleas still around?  Other bites can look like flea bites and last a long time, such as scabies and other mites.  Hydrocortisone cream and oral Benadryl (diphenhydramine) will help the itch.

Question 9

how to heal flea bites fast?

Accepted Answer

Flea Bites : If the flea bite not infected, topical steroid will flea enhance healing and decrease itching . 
Thank you.

Question 10

how long do flea bites last?

Accepted Answer

It depends: If you are not getting rid of the source of the fleas, you will keep getting them. Use an appropriate pesticide (safe around animals) and have your pets treated as well. Avoid scratching and keep all bites clean. Caladryl clear may help prevent itching, and allow them to heal more quickly.

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How to tell if i have bedbug bites or flea bites. every thing i see online does not really help i am so lost and confused?

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