Question 1

how many times can one flea bite a human in one day?

Accepted Answer

More than once: A flea can repeatedly bite a host and can live for months under ideal conditions.  The precise number of times one flea can bite a human varies by flea type, stage of maturity and environmental factors that influence the life cycle.  In other words, your question does not have a precise answer.

Question 2

i think i may have flea bites, but not sure what nasty diseases are transmitted by dog or cat fleas in the u.s.?

Accepted Answer

None (OK maybe one): No nasty diseases. Common bacteria can enter through breaks in the skin and cause infection(impetigo and cellulitis). Avoid scratching as that can introduce the bacteria. Oral antihistamines (Benadryl) and topical corticosteroids (cortisone) are helpful. If you live in rural New Mexico, Arizona, CA or Colorado there are rare cases of plague from infected rodent flea bites(squirrels, prairie dogs).

Question 3

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 4

are flea bites dangerous?

Accepted Answer

No: Simply an annoyance!

Question 5

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 6

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 7

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.

Question 8

how long do flea bites itch?

Accepted Answer

Varies: Usually one to two weeks. To hasten resolution, try a topical steroid and take an antihistamine.

Question 9

can you die from a flea bite?

Accepted Answer

No: Flea bites do not cause deaths in and of themselves.

Question 10

what to put on my flea bites?

Accepted Answer

Hydrocortisone cream: It should help with redness and itching.

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