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What to do if you have Allergic Reactions to Insect Bites
from:An insect bite is something that practically everyone experiences. It usually brings about some minor discomfort, especially in the summer months. Though most people don't have any problems with insect bites apart from some pain and irritation, there are some people who suffer allergic reactions to insect bites. This allergic reaction to insect bites is called hymenoptera, and to people suffering from it, bites and stings prove to be very dangerous.
An insect bite brings about some pain and discomfort where the skin surrounding the bite turns red and swells up. In such cases, there is nothing serious to worry about; some cream or spray is sufficient to treat the insect bite. The allergic symptoms to insect bites vary from person to person; and you never do know that you are allergic to a sting till you are stung.
Usually the first sting may not bring about any dangerous allergic reactions, though it may be painful. It is the subsequent stings that may induce allergic reactions insect bites that may at times lead to anaphylaxis. It is the first symptoms of allergy to insect bites that are similar to normal reactions. It is only more severe where you may develop blisters. Further symptoms occur within 10 minutes of the sting and may include rashes on the body, swelling in some places like eyelids, tongue and throat, feeling of dizziness, nausea, vomiting, weakness with a drop in blood pressure and in some extreme cases, anaphylaxis.
If you feel you may have allergy reactions to insect bites, it is better to consult your doctor for advice as the allergy gets worse with each sting. Moreover, you are more at a risk to severe allergic reactions to bee and wasp stings if you have an existing allergy to food, pollen or other substances.
The most painful insect bites are wasp and bee stings while bumblebee stings are rather rare and not that aggressive. Usually bites of mosquito, flies, fleas and bedbugs are only irritating and don't pose much of a danger as an allergic reaction. If you have allergic reactions to insect bites, you have to carry a medic alert bracelet and an adrenaline injector so that adrenaline can be injected in case of severe reactions. Make sure you always carry this with you and that you are comfortable using the injection. With adrenaline, the quality of breathing is improved, heartbeat is regulated and any facial swelling is reduced.
It is important to call a doctor if the area surrounding the insect bite is red and inflamed and if the sting cannot be removed. Allergic reactions to insect bites are best dealt with by your doctor.
Bee Stings Allergic Reactions News
A sting a day keeps the allergy away - New Scientist (subscription)
A sting a day keeps the allergy away New Scientist (subscription), UK - The first bee attacks of the season trigger the production of histamine, a chemical that drives allergic reactions. But as the beekeeper is further stung, ... |
Couple of stings a day takes the sting out of bee stings - Thaindian.com
Couple of stings a day takes the sting out of bee stings Thaindian.com, Thailand - These regulatory T-cells inhibited the production of more histamine, thus making the beekeepers less prone to bee sting related allergies. ... |
Goal is to protect every child - TheChronicleHerald.ca
Goal is to protect every child TheChronicleHerald.ca, Canada - One of her sons, Josh, is fatally allergic to dairy, fish and bee stings. Josh’s symptoms are sometimes delayed, so reactions can be unpredictable. ... |
Learning the buzz about beekeeping (AUDIO SLIDESHOW) - GoErie.com
Learning the buzz about beekeeping (AUDIO SLIDESHOW) GoErie.com, PA - "Typically, it'll just sting like fire. But if you have an allergic reaction, that's a whole other story." Throat closes. Tongue swells. Airways shut down. ... |
Swarm of bees stings beekeeper to death - Independent Online
Swarm of bees stings beekeeper to death Independent Online, South Africa - ... personnel believe was an allergic reaction. Netcare 911 spokesperson Mark Stokoe said the man had been stung while trying to remove a bee's nest. ... |
Teachers learn to save lives - Ballarat Courier
Teachers learn to save lives Ballarat Courier, Australia - Allergy triggers can be anything from foods such as nuts, egg or dairy products to bee stings or medication. Deone now carries an EpiPen, a device which can ... |
