Fleas Are Disease Carriers
Flea bites are tiny, blotchy bumps on your skin that happen as a result of fleas ingesting your blood. Fleas are tiny insects that spread disease from animals to people. Infections are frequently spread by fleas through blood. It’s crucial to be aware of the various diseases that fleas may spread, though, as they are known disease and parasite carriers and can trigger allergic reactions. Avoid getting these diseases through flea control.
Murine Typhus
Despite being a rare disease in North America, there are a few cases of murine typhus each year, with the majority of these cases coming from the southwestern states. In rat-infested environments, where fleas are exposed to rats, this disease manifests itself. Fortunately, therapy is accessible, and patients usually recover fast.
Bubonic Plague
The Bubonic plague is the most well-known condition that is spread by fleas. The bubonic plague, sometimes known as the “Black Death,” became an epidemic in the 14th century and resulted in the deaths of 25 million people or as much as 50% of the population of Europe. Even now, there are still occasional cases of the plague recorded in the southwest United States. The plague is spread to humans and animals by rats, who then pass it to fleas that bite them.
Tungiasis
The burrowing flea (Tunga penetrans), usually referred to as a chigger flea or sand flea, is the carrier of this disease (amongst others). The flea commonly bites the foot, where it digs into the epidermis and anchors itself to the skin. When traversing sand-covered terrain in the impacted areas, tourists are usually recommended to wear shoes instead of sandals.
Tularemia
is a disease that naturally arises throughout North America and has the potential to be serious. Francisella tularensis, which is present in rats and other animals, is the bacterium that causes it. An infected flea or tick bite can spread it to people. Sudden fever, chills, diarrhea, joint pain, and progressive weakness are typical symptoms.
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