When you need to know how to get rid of mosquito bites fast, don't be distracted from an equal concern for the prospects of mosquito bite allergy reactions. In both cases, concern begins with the mosquito's saliva.
Their saliva possesses chemical elements that cause reactions on our skin. Most people are familiar with these symptoms of modest swelling and scratchy irritation. There are a variety of measures which can be used to relieve the discomfort of mosquito bites. Happily, usually, such bites only cause brief discomfort and annoyance, generally clearing up in a couple of days.
This fact though should not lead us to be lackadaisical about the real, if rare, dangers such bites may pose. It is important to be vigilant over non-typical situations of mosquito bite allergy reactions. Indications of a more serious situation will include blistering rashes, bruises, or excessive swelling. The reference to swelling should not be confused with the modest swelling that frequently occasions mosquito bites, but rather refers to situations in which the entire appendage distinctively swells in size.
Skeeter Syndrome is the name given to these kinds of mosquito bite allergy reactions. When the polypeptides in the mosquito saliva has a negative reaction with the hosts immune system, this syndrome is the result. This non-contagious illness most commonly occurs among those who have a history of allergic reactions. There is some variation in the beginning of symptom manifestation from an immediate appearance to as many as several days. Vigilance requires being attentive to any sign of the following symptoms:
1. Red lump that rise on the area bitten by the mosquito; 2. The appearance at other parts of the body of other bumps and general swelling; 3. Hives; 4. Bruises and blisters that cannot be explained by other injuries or incidents; 5. Less common, but a telltale sign, is swelling beneath the surface of the skin or mucous membranes; 6. Bite area infection; 7. Asthma-like breathlessness; 8. Though rare, of great concern in the cases of allergic reaction is anaphylaxis.
Awareness of these symptoms are important when anybody exhibits them, however special alertness is required when dealing with people of certain characteristics:
1. People who are prone to spend exceptional amounts of time out of doors; e.g. outdoor workers and athletes; 2. People lacking natural immunity to mosquito saliva. Think particularly of those who have not lived in areas with mosquitoes. Also be alert with young children; 3. Immuno-deficiencies are a concern. Closely monitor anyone with conditions such as AIDS, leukemia and lymphoma.
Extreme allergic reactions should always be treated by a medical professional. This though does not preclude some basic preparations. Foremost in this category is assuring that you have a good first response anti-allergy medication on hand. This is particularly recommended when caring for an individual with a known history of allergic reaction. In the case of developing asthmatic symptoms, oral anti-histamines can be of great help. It is important to reiterate, though, in the event of extreme symptoms, such as blisters, difficulty in breathing, short and panting breaths, medical treatment should be sought promptly.
And, in the unlikely, but not impossible, case of someone developing anaphylaxis, this must be treated exactly as it would in the case of a bee sting, with immediate hospitalization. While it is standard fare to joke about the harmlessness of mosquito bites, this is one rare situation in which such a bite can indeed be life threatening.
It is important to be aware of the worst case scenarios, but there's no benefit in stressing over it. The overwhelming majority of the time mosquito bites are innocuous annoyances easily treated with a variety of home remedies. We hope that those home remedies will be more than enough for you to enjoy your outdoors activities.
Their saliva possesses chemical elements that cause reactions on our skin. Most people are familiar with these symptoms of modest swelling and scratchy irritation. There are a variety of measures which can be used to relieve the discomfort of mosquito bites. Happily, usually, such bites only cause brief discomfort and annoyance, generally clearing up in a couple of days.
This fact though should not lead us to be lackadaisical about the real, if rare, dangers such bites may pose. It is important to be vigilant over non-typical situations of mosquito bite allergy reactions. Indications of a more serious situation will include blistering rashes, bruises, or excessive swelling. The reference to swelling should not be confused with the modest swelling that frequently occasions mosquito bites, but rather refers to situations in which the entire appendage distinctively swells in size.
Skeeter Syndrome is the name given to these kinds of mosquito bite allergy reactions. When the polypeptides in the mosquito saliva has a negative reaction with the hosts immune system, this syndrome is the result. This non-contagious illness most commonly occurs among those who have a history of allergic reactions. There is some variation in the beginning of symptom manifestation from an immediate appearance to as many as several days. Vigilance requires being attentive to any sign of the following symptoms:
1. Red lump that rise on the area bitten by the mosquito; 2. The appearance at other parts of the body of other bumps and general swelling; 3. Hives; 4. Bruises and blisters that cannot be explained by other injuries or incidents; 5. Less common, but a telltale sign, is swelling beneath the surface of the skin or mucous membranes; 6. Bite area infection; 7. Asthma-like breathlessness; 8. Though rare, of great concern in the cases of allergic reaction is anaphylaxis.
Awareness of these symptoms are important when anybody exhibits them, however special alertness is required when dealing with people of certain characteristics:
1. People who are prone to spend exceptional amounts of time out of doors; e.g. outdoor workers and athletes; 2. People lacking natural immunity to mosquito saliva. Think particularly of those who have not lived in areas with mosquitoes. Also be alert with young children; 3. Immuno-deficiencies are a concern. Closely monitor anyone with conditions such as AIDS, leukemia and lymphoma.
Extreme allergic reactions should always be treated by a medical professional. This though does not preclude some basic preparations. Foremost in this category is assuring that you have a good first response anti-allergy medication on hand. This is particularly recommended when caring for an individual with a known history of allergic reaction. In the case of developing asthmatic symptoms, oral anti-histamines can be of great help. It is important to reiterate, though, in the event of extreme symptoms, such as blisters, difficulty in breathing, short and panting breaths, medical treatment should be sought promptly.
And, in the unlikely, but not impossible, case of someone developing anaphylaxis, this must be treated exactly as it would in the case of a bee sting, with immediate hospitalization. While it is standard fare to joke about the harmlessness of mosquito bites, this is one rare situation in which such a bite can indeed be life threatening.
It is important to be aware of the worst case scenarios, but there's no benefit in stressing over it. The overwhelming majority of the time mosquito bites are innocuous annoyances easily treated with a variety of home remedies. We hope that those home remedies will be more than enough for you to enjoy your outdoors activities.
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