Hello and welcome to fleas-on-humans.com If you have a flea problem in your house, yard, cat or dog and are looking for the best way to get rid of them you’re in luck! because in this website i will teach you everything you need to know to get rid of those potentially dangerous fleas, for free.
That’s right I am not selling anything, I am just someone that suffered from a severe flea infestation in my pets, house, yard and even on me! and i would like to share what I’ve learned about eliminating fleas with everyone, because i know what a flea problem feels like, and let me tell you, it’s no fun! One of the main reasons i started this web-site is because there is some bad information out there, there’s only a small amount of people out there who actually know what they are doing and I’m one of them.
Human Fleas Treatment
In the case that you find your self infested with fleas, it is not advisable to use flea medication meant for your pets. To get rid of fleas on your body, take a hot shower to remove any fleas you might have on your hair and body. After you’re done, fill the bath tub with medium warm or hot water then add one cup of lemon juice from concentrate and a small amount of dish-washing liquid (Any kind will work). Note: It is also safe to use the dish-washing liquid and the lemon concentrate on your pet’s, but don’t overdo it because the dish washing liquid will dry-out your pet’s skin.
This combination will help eliminate the adult fleas and the larvae. When the step above is done, get in the tub and sit in there for about ten minuets, while you’re in there start scrubbing your skin gently. One of the primary ares to scrub is on your neck, your upper legs, armpits and back. After you’re done with the scrubbing, rinse and dry your self. Get a bowl with water and put in dish-washing liquid, then take a comb and start running it through your hair so that the fleas fall into the bowl with the solution, repeat this process at least three times. If you have a lot of fleas in your house you might want to do this a couple of times per week.
What do flea bites look like and what are the symptoms?
Flea bites are commonly confused for being a rash, spider bites, bedbug bites and allergies. But if you look carefully you will be able to identify if the bite came from a flea, so what you need to look for is a red bump with a puncture in the middle. The second thing to look for is the symptoms of a flea bite, here are a few:
- The red bump will be reddish, inflamed and incredibly itchy
- The bite will usually swell up within thirty minutes
- The bite will develop a wound within 24 to 48 hours
- The bites will commonly appear on the arms or the legs (The easiest place to access)
- The bite will usually get infected if you scratch too hard, so it’s not a good idea to scratch at all.
- In rare cases, some people might have a severe allergic reaction.
How to Treat flea bites
If you own a dog or cat, then you must be very familiar with flea bites, that’s why I’m including this flea treatment guide below. The first step you must take towards the flea bites is not to scratch! I know this can be very difficult because it can be overwhelmingly uncomfortable, if you give in to the temptation to scratch you are just getting your bite infected.
Step two: As soon as you spot the flea bite, clean the affected area with cold water and dish washing soap then dry it up with a kitchen towel gently, this will reduce the risk of an infection , don’t use hot water because this only activates more itching.
Step Three: Apply a ice or a cold pack to the affected area to reduce the inflammation. Then apply hydrocortisone 1% or calamine lotion to the bite to reduce the itching. Note: in the case that the itching become to overwhelming you can also take an oral antihistamine like Benadryl, but before you do please consult your Family Doctor or Pharmacist.
Natural Flea Control On People
These methods are relatively safe to use on people as well as your pet’s, they have nothing toxic in them, so you can feel comfortable using them on your house and around your pet’s. as we all know, flea treatments can be very costly, especially if you have paying for flea control products like flea shampoos and flea bombs etc. Luckily for you there are a couple of natural non-toxic methods of controlling your flea problem. Below are some natural methods for killing fleas the natural way.
1. Lemon Scented Dish-Washing Soap.
Wash all bed sheets, covers, clothes, pillows, towels and hats in lemon scented dish-washing soap. Lemon scented dish-washing soap is known to eliminate fleas, and just as stated in the beginning of the article you can also use it to bathe in it to keep the fleas from getting onto you. Keep in mind, that this will need to be done at least once a week, to keep new fleas from hatching in your clothes.
2. A Great Flea And Bug Repellant (Eucalyptus)
Eucalyptus oil can be used to repel insects like mosquitoes, fly’s and fleas etc. Eucalyptus Gives off an intolerable smell that insects cannot take, so they tend to stay away from it. It can be used on your self, dogs, cats and even around your home. Eucalyptus is also found in many store bought flea and insect repellents.
A. Benefits of using eucalyptus to repel fleas
The benefit to using eucalyptus for flea control is not having to use toxic chemicals on yourself and on your pet. It is very simple to use and apply, and it has a relatively long lasting effect, so this means it will repel fleas for a couple of days without the need to reapply over and over again.
B. How to apply Eucalyptus
You can use Eucalyptus in many different ways. You can buy Eucalyptus extract, dilute it into some water and put it on a spray bottle to use all around your house, you and your pets. The second way to use it, is by simply taking some eucalyptus leafs, setting them in a plate and leaving it where fleas congregate the most. The third way is to add a couple of Eucalyptus extract drops into your shampoo for use on your self.
C. Warning
Eucalyptus may not be safe for your pets to ingest. Never spray eucalyptus on your pets toys, food or any area where they might chew. Never put the eucalyptus extract or oil directly onto your pets skin, you must always diluted it water. Putting raw eucalyptus on your pets skin without dilution may cause irritation and itching.
Fleas carry diseases!
here are some diseases and parasites that you and your pets might be exposed to.
1. Flea Allergy Dermatitis (FAD)
Symptoms: Excessive biting or scratching around
the tail, groin, backside, neck or back possibly producing
scabs or bumps.
2. Anemia
Symptoms: Pale gums, weakness and lethargy.
3. Tapeworm:
Symptoms:Intense anal itching or tapeworm segments around
the anal area or in the feces.
4. Rickettsiosis:
Infected cats may not have clinical signs or
show symptoms but the disease can be passed to humans.
5. Plague: (only if you live in an area where the plague is already present)
High fever, dehydration and enlarged lymph nodes
6. Cat Scratch Disease:
Few symptoms in cats, but can be
passed on to people.