Pulicosis T00.95

Author: Prof. Dr. med. Peter Altmeyer

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Last updated on: 29.10.2020

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Synonym(s)

purpura pulicosa

Definition
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Infestation of humans with fleas of the genus Pulex.

General therapy
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Fleas are killed by insecticides. Prophylaxis with insect repellents is recommended. It may be necessary to have your home renovated by an insect control specialist or to use foggers, which are available from your vet.

External therapy
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Blande, drying and cooling therapy with Lotio alba. In case of itching addition of 3-5% polidocanol e.g. polidocanol cream 2-5%, R200 or 1% menthol ( menthol solution). If no improvement, short-term glucocorticoid-containing emulsions or creams R123 R120 R030.

Internal therapy
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In case of severe itching, a more moderate setting to oral antihistamine such as levocetirizine (e.g. Xusal) 1 tbl/day, desloratadine (e.g. Aerius) 1 tbl/day or cetirizine (e.g. Zyrtec) 1 tbl/day 1 tbl p.o.

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Last updated on: 29.10.2020