Strange Skin Parasites-1. Fleas

Author

Prof. Hayk S. Arakelyan. Full Professor in Medicine,

Doctor of Medical Sciences, Ph.D , Grand Ph.D .

Senior Expert of Interactive Clinical Pharmacology , Drug Safety,

Treatment Tactics, General Medicine and Clinical Research.

“To keep the body in good

 health is a duty... otherwise

 we shall not be able to keep

our mind strong and clear.”

“ Buddha”

Introduction.

Fleas are small flightless insects. A small wingless jumping insect which feeds on the blood of mammals and birds. It sometimes transmits diseases through its bite, including plague and myxomatosis.

Symptoms. Fleas are parasites that feed on blood. Fleas can live on any warm-blooded animal, but seem to prefer to live on humans, cats, dogs, opossums, rats and other rodents. They can also be found on shoes, pant legs, or blankets. Fleas are best known for spreading the Bubonic Plague. They also transmit the bacterial disease murine typhus to humans. Their saliva is an allergen that can cause allergic reactions in pets and humans. Fleas can also transfer tapeworms and cause anemia in pets. Flea bites cause painful, itchy red bumps. Fleabites exhibit several common  symptoms. They are very itchy, and the skin around each bite may become sore or painful. And you may experience hives or develop a rash near the site of a bite. Additionally, excessive scratching can further damage the skin and a secondary bacterial infection can develop.            Fleas will bite petless humans, too. If you don’t have a pet, your fleabites could be coming from your yard or another person’s animal. Fleas prefer  tall grass and shaded areas near decks, woodpiles, or storage buildings. These wingless insects are known for their leaping abilities. They also reproduce quickly, making their numbers a force to be reckoned with. To prevent a possible infestation of these parasites, be aware of signs that they're present in your home. Cats and dogs increase scratching and fur-chewing when they have fleas. They also develop telltale black specks known as "flea dirt" in their fur. On your skin, fleas will leave clusters or lines of fleabites. These areas will have itchy dark red bumps ringed in pink.

- Fleas and Allergy.

- Fleas and other Diseases.

-Fleas and Food.

-Fleas and Laser Therapy.

-   Profilaxis of  Fleas.

-   Treatment Perspectives of  Fleas.

-  Types of Fleas.

-The Dangers of Fleas.

To be continued ....

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      Prof. Hayk S. Arakelyan