Dermatitis caused by Ctenocephalides felis (cat flea) in human

Human infestation to ectoparasites such as ticks, lice, cimex, fleas, mites and others causes an intense allergic itching, skin infection and severe irritation. In this case report, we present a dermatitis case caused by cat flea. A three-member family referred to dermatology clinic in Babol due to dermal complications. They complained of irritation and the unrest caused by intense itching. Samples of tiny live insects were detected from their clothing recognized as C. felis (cat flea). This report highlights the importance of ectoparasites causing dermatitis.