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My neighbors have a flea infestation which i'm worried will spread over to mine. i have lupus (sle). if i get bit by fleas will i be more affected?
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Unlikely: This could not directly effect your lupus, but insect bites can get secondarily infected and with lupus and your medications you have a greater risk of infection.
Answered 2/21/2018
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Can you feed them ?: Fleas need a daily feed to thrive and human blood is not an acceptable source. Fleas require their favored host(s) a warm blooded animal. If you don't, it is unlikely they will travel to your residence and bother you. Flea bites are a nuscience but not a threat to you because of your lupus.
Answered 2/24/2018
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