Humans Allergic To Fleas
Fleas are blood-sucking insects that feed on humans, dog, cats, and other animals. Fleas do not have wings.
Alternative Names
Dog fleas; Siphonaptera
Causes, incidence, and risk factors
Fleas prefer to live on dogs and cats, but may also be found on humans and other available animals.
Pet owners may not be bothered by fleas until their pet is gone for a long period of time, and the fleas must find another place to go. This is when they begin to bite humans. Bites...
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