It turns out that fleas are found not only in animals. There is a human flea. Previously, she lived only on the South American continent, and now lives wherever man lives.
The bites of these insects bring people a lot of trouble. They do not live on the human body all the time, because in comparison with the body of animals, it is devoid of dense vegetation.
But, in any case, if a man in the street has found flea bites, he will have to look for ways to combat these parasites.
Fight against fleas in humans
Insect acts as a carrier of many diseases, among which are the following:
- salmonellosis;
- plague;
- anthrax;
- helminthiasis;
- encephalitis;
- brucellosis;
- tularemia.
But these serious illnesses through fleas are rarely infected. Much more often pests cause such a consequence as pulikoz. This is a set of symptoms that cause an allergic reaction. Among them:
- headache, insomnia and irritability;
- abundant rash on the bite area;
- high body temperature;
- inflammation and suppuration of the lesion on the skin;
- the appearance of ulcers in the throat and mouth;
- swollen lymph nodes.
The fight against blood-sucking parasites in humans is divided into two categories. This elimination of the effects of the bite and the destruction of the insects themselves. Mostly affected legs: feet, ankles and lower legs. But often fleas bite and scalp. Usually they hide in the hair of a person and in the folds of clothes.
When a bite is detected
If the bite is already taking place, you can act independently, without attracting professional doctors. To do this, it is best to follow this algorithm:
- The wound is treated with antiseptic, which is hydrogen peroxide, alcohol lotion: iodine, brilliant green, in addition, antiseptic soap, any antimicrobial special agent, etc.
- To avoid inflammation, after wound treatment ice should be applied to it or a cold compress.
- The result is fixed by means of relieving itching.. These are calamine or soda solutions. Special ointments used against the effects of blood-sucking insects will also help.
After the stage of fighting the resulting wounds has ended, the second stage begins: the removal of blood-sucking pests from the room. It is necessary to do this, otherwise they will not disappear, and wounds from their effects on the body will appear regularly. Therefore, it is necessary to create appropriate conditions for comfortable living.
- To prevent fleas from affecting the scalp, her simple washing will help. Strengthen prevention can be done by applying tar soaphaving a deterrent effect.
- Houses need to constantly maintain cleanliness. On walks, it is best to protect yourself with sprays with repellents.
- Required insecticide treatment for domestic animals. This must be done as they are most often the source of infection.
- When treating an apartment from fleas pay special attention to pet habitats. In particular, their litter and places where they most like to be. If a cat or dog travels frequently with you, car seats are also treated with insecticides.
- Fleecy carpet cover - A great place to find insects. They require even more careful processing.
- Clean and disinfect the vacuum cleaner. For obvious reasons, it can make an excellent incubator for pests.
- General cleaning involves cleaning and disinfection. places that are considered in the home a favorable environment for the development of members of the family of flea.
Precautions will help the person to protect himself from bites:
- Do not iron homeless animals: they are often carriers of infection.
- Gathering on nature, best to wear a jacket or jacket with long sleeves.
- In the forest and in the meadows of parasites protect spray with sufficient DETA - pretty powerful repellent.
- Visit places that do not meet sanitary standards less often..
Even if a person has found only one flea bite, he in any case requires treatment in the ways described above.A good prevention of the appearance of fleas in the house or apartment will help avoid the painful effects of insects for a long period.
