What Should I Do If I Have Fleas?
WouterFleas are small insects with six legs that are typically brown, black, or reddish in color. They feed on blood from your pet and lay eggs in cracks in your carpet, furniture, and floor boards. They can lay up to 50 eggs a day. Fleas can also carry disease.
Treatment for fleas varies depending on the source of the infestation. The most effective treatments for fleas target specific parts of their life cycle. Most insecticides are ineffective when the flea is in its pupae stage, so a follow-up treatment is usually necessary. In addition to treating your pet, you should also treat the area around your home and yard. In some cases, you may have to repeat the treatment to completely eliminate the fleas.
One way to get rid of fleas is to clean the house with a heavy-duty vacuum cleaner. These machines can remove about one-fourth of all flea larvae and eggs. Make sure you vacuum carpets, floors, and furniture thoroughly, including any hard-to-reach corners. Once you have done this, you should empty your vacuum cleaner bag and filter. You can also apply an all-natural flea treatment on the affected areas of your home. You should apply this treatment every third day for nine days to get rid of the infestation.
Applying ice or a compress to the affected area can help ease the itching caused by fleas. Ice reduces blood flow, thereby decreasing pain, swelling, and itchiness. Apply the paste to the affected area for 10 minutes and then wipe away with a clean towel. Applying aloe vera gel on the affected area can also relieve the itching and swelling.
