Flea Bite Triggers Multiple Amputations for Houston Man

A Texas man, Michael Kohlhof, had to undergo amputations of his hands and toes after being diagnosed with typhus, an infectious disease spread by fleas. Kohlhof initially thought he had flu-like symptoms until his feet went numb. Despite defying the odds and waking up from sedation, he experienced complications that led to the amputations. Kohlhof's family has set up a GoFundMe to help cover his medical expenses, as he does not have health insurance. Flea-borne typhus is rare in the United States, but it occurs in tropical and subtropical climates, including certain areas of Texas.