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A member asked:

Can flea bites spread when scratched?

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Dr. Donald Alves answered

Specializes in Emergency Medicine

No....: If they are truly flea bites, then no, only a hungry flea will spread them. If it is folliculitis instead, which is more common, then possibly can spread. Should see a healthcare provider for proper diagnosis and management.

Dr Fowler and another doctor agreed

Answered 10/15/2015

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Dr. Heidi Fowler answered

Specializes in Psychiatry

Flea bites don't: Spread - but a secondary infection could.

Dr Altman and another doctor agreed

Answered 12/29/2013

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