Question 1

can you physically see fleas?

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Yes: Fleas are arthropods that can be visible to the naked eye.  Scabies are small mites that would be difficult to see without the use of a magnified lens.

Question 2

can fleas be transported from house to house?

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Flea guest: Yes. Fleas can be brought in not only from pets but from humans. Where you go, they go.

Question 3

fleas, bites what can i do?

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Over-the-counter med: For flea bites, people use oral Claritin, Zyrtec, or Benadryl (diphenhydramine) to block histamine that causes itching. Hydrocortisone 1% cream 2-3 times a day on the bites for about 5 days will help them go away. For more itch relief, one can put an anti-itch gel such as "Itch-X" on bites. Itch-X has an anesthetic to numb the itch. If bites are growing or painful, a doctor can evaluate.

Question 4

want images of flea bites on humans?

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

Question 5

any tips? what should i ingest to keep fleas from biting me?

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I know of NO: Food or chemical to ingest to prevent flea bites. If you have fleas in your home:  wash everything fleas touch w hot water ; dry on high heat. Vacuum house several times.Empty vacuum bag outdoors ; put disposable bag in 2nd sealable bag in outdoor trash can. Spray corners, carpets etc with food grade diatomaceous earth or a natural flea spray.  See: http://www.Fleaseason.Com/fleas-humans.Shtml.

Question 6

can fleas nest on my vagina?

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: Fleas are host specific parasites. They need animal blood, not human blood to survive. They often bite humans when their desired host is not around, but they will not survive for more than a day or so. I would not worry about them nesting on or in your vagina.

Question 7

fleas vs. bedbugs how to know?

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Linear vs cluster...: The classic flea bites are linear lesions known as "breakfast, lunch, & dinner" bites. This bite-jump-bite-jump-bite is characteristic of the flea. Whereas bed bug lesions tend to be more random or clustered in nature. Also think of fleas when furry pets are inside the home--or you moved into an apartment that previously had pets. Bedbugs tend to follow recent travel involving a stay in a hotel.

Question 8

how to prevent fleas from biting humans?

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Find the source: The fleas are coming from somewhere, ...If you have pets, get them cleaned and de-flea them.  There are several chemicals that can also be used to fumigate your house (read the directions-you (and pets) often have to close the windows and leave home while they are in use).

Question 9

how can i prevent being bitten by fleas?

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: Besides getting the pets treated  for fleas , you could use flea repellents . Some of these contain DEET , and others contain PICARIDIN which is supposed to be safer .Also essential oils like rosemary , thyme ,cedar, lemon eucalyptus , are all effective repellents .Make sure to cover yourself  with long sleeved tops and pants . Treat clothing with permethrin 0.5%. CDC has put out a guide for this.

Question 10

having bites on my legs, could it be fleas, but not certain?

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Flea bites: Flea bites may be clustered into 3 itchy bumps that bleed & blanch (turn white) when you press on them. They tend to be found at skin folds (breast or groin) & folds of joints (ankle, knee, elbow, axilla). A rash may develop and swelling can occur as well as secondary infection from scratching. A skin biopsy is sometimes needed to make an accurate diagnosis.

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