Cutaneous reaction due to ctenocephalides felis felis: a case report

Fleas are small, blood-sucking insects that can transmit some pathogens to human and animals.

This paper presents a 21-year-old woman with severe skin reactions in her right forearm. After initial examinations, the symptoms were recognized as skin reaction caused by the bite of some human blood-sucking insects. Finally, after 15 days of flea bites, the symptoms were treated with topical after bite cream and oral antihistamines. In order to prevent and control the infestation of this blood-sucking pest, public awareness should be increased specially in at risk populations.

Increasing awareness among physicians, about the symptoms of this health pest can help to accelerate treatment process.