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Flea Infestation

Fleas are blood-sucking insects that feed on humans, dog, cats, and other animals. Fleas do not have wings.Fleas prefer to live on dogs and cats, but may also be found on humans and other available animals.

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Symptoms

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Causes

Fleas prefer to live on dogs and cats, but may also be found on humans and other available animals. Pet owners may n...

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Treatments

The goal of treatment is to get rid of the fleas by treating the home, pets, and outside areas with insecticide. Smal...

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hydrocortisone topical
Corticaine
Locoid

Risk Factors

Pet ownership

Complications

Skin Infections

Prevention

Prevention may not be possible in all cases. Use of insecticides may be helpful if fleas are common in your area.

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