Can Humans Get Fleas?
Reviewed: Dr. Gromatzky
10. Don’t Scratch
Of all the symptoms of flea bites, itchiness is arguably the most unpleasant of them all. The itchiness can be unbearable at times and there is always the often-overbearing temptation to scratch the bites. You should do what you can to avoid this temptation.
Scratching the bites can break the skin and this can allow pathogens to enter. This, in turn, can lead to infections and these have the potential to become quite severe. It can be particularly difficult for children to resist the urge to scratch and you can consider covering the bites with bandages and similar to protect them from sharp fingernails.
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