Flea
Flea
Insect, the basic features of adults
Insect, the basic features of adults
Flea bite - close-up
Flea bite - close-up


Fleas

Alternative Names:
Dog fleas; Siphonaptera

Prevention:
Prevention may not be possible in all cases. Use of insecticides may be helpful if fleas are common in your area. Professional extermination may be necessary in some cases.


Review Date: 4/22/2003
Reviewed By: Elizabeth Hait, M.D., Department of Pediatrics, Rainbow Babies and Children's Hospital, Case Western Reserve University, Cleveland, OH. Review provided by VeriMed Healthcare Network.

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