Can Fleas Give You Scabies?
WouterThe treatment for scabies is to apply permethrin cream, which is effective in curing 95% of infestations. However, it has some side effects, including itching and a rash after application. Doctors recommend applying the cream at least twice a week until the scabies are gone. Another option is to use ivermectin (Stromectol), which is an oral medication. Both methods are effective, but the cream is the more traditional and less expensive one.
Scabies is a skin condition caused by the mite Sarcoptes scabiei. The mites live on the skin of dogs, cats, and humans. In humans, scabies causes red bumps on the skin. The skin is infected when a mite gets in contact with the affected area and starts to reproduce. The symptoms of scabies are similar to those of mange, but can be more severe. If your pet has scabies, you should contact your veterinarian to get diagnosed and treated for the condition. The veterinarian will prescribe topical medications and injections to kill the mites, as well as anti-inflammatory medications.
Fortunately, flea bites are usually harmless, causing only mild irritation and itching. But there are some cases when they can be dangerous because of the diseases they transmit. During warm weather, fleas are most active. They prefer moist, cool areas with plenty of shade. Their home base is in tall grass or trees, but they also live on the body, especially the skin. When they feed on a person, they may engorge it with eggs, which cause the infection. In severe cases, the skin may become infected with bacterial infections and even lymphangitis.
