Preventing flea bites

Use to following measures to reduce the chance of flea bites:

  • Treat animals for fleas.
  • Do not let pets sleep on your bed.
  • Vacuum rugs daily.

You may need to exterminate the house or kennel area if infested with fleas. You may need to contact a professional exterminator.


Author: Jan Nissl, RN, BSLast Updated: February 1, 2008
Medical Review: William M. Green, MD - Emergency Medicine
Sean P. Bush, MD, FACEP - Emergency Medicine and Envenomation Specialist

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