The bite of any insect is a wound in which the “saliva” of the bite falls, causing irritation. In addition, there is a danger of infection in the body. Most often, mosquito bites annoy us.
Being blood-sucking, this insect eats nectar of flowers. Females bite us, which require the protein contained in the blood to reproduce. A “full” individual is able to lay five times more eggs, from which the offspring is hatched. The smell of sweat attracts mosquitoes , or rather lactic acid, which is one of its components, as well as carbon dioxide released during breathing. Therefore, those who are in motion, are overweight, and children with thin skin are especially affected by these insects.
Body reactions
Especially dangerous are mosquito bites to people who have an increased sensitivity of the body. Even one contact with an insect can become fatal for them, while an absolutely healthy person can withstand up to five hundred attacks. Susceptibility to mosquito “saliva” is especially high in children whose immunity is not yet ready for such tests.
All reactions to mosquito bites are divided into local and general, which are not pronounced, as well as strong, leading to severe allergies and capable of causing shock, which leads to death.
In case of local allergic reactions:
- the bite site turns red, swelling and severe itching occur, which worry several days.
With general reactions appears:
- itching;
- general malaise;
- urticaria;
- shortness of breath;
- nausea;
- dizziness;
- stomach ache.
Symptoms of a severe form:
hoarseness
- choking.
- clouding of consciousness.
In shock, there is:
- pressure drop;
- blue skin tone;
- loss of consciousness.
Simultaneous bites of more than two dozen mosquitoes can lead to intoxication, which causes weakness, headache and nausea. There is a risk of getting into the itching wounds of a secondary infection when they are combed. This problem is especially relevant in children.
If you were attacked by these annoying, annoying insects, then the question immediately arises of how to smear mosquito bites. This can be an ordinary soda solution, juice of onions or tomatoes, as well as boric alcohol or tea tree oil. It is recommended to apply cold to relieve itching and reduce swelling. To exclude an undesirable reaction, it is recommended to take an allergy pill.
You should not be frivolous about the state of your body, if after the occurrence of the reaction your health has deteriorated sharply. It is necessary to consult a doctor.
Protection methods
Mosquito bites can spoil outdoor recreation and in the country. And knowledge of how to get rid of their consequences is very important. But it is much better not to allow them. There are many ways to get rid of mosquito bites.
- The smell of elderberry growing under the windows will scare away insects.
- The smell of tomato bushes that can be planted close to home will serve as a reliable barrier.
- For several hours, the insect solution applied to the skin from a decoction of cloves and cologne or wheat grass will repel insects.
- It removes tobacco smoke, the smell of valerian, bird cherry leaves and flowers, and smoke from camphor, pine or spruce cones, as well as juniper.
- Can be used to protect the skin oils of eucalyptus and anise, cloves and basil, as well as fish oil.
- The smell of cedar oil repels mosquitoes.
- A good enough remedy is carbolic acid, a solution of which can moisten the skin.
Need protection from insects in the house. To do this, special mosquito nets are attached to windows and doors. There are nets for cribs and strollers. The chemical industry produces special substances that can scare off and even destroy these annoying bloodsucking. The ultrasonic signals emitted by special devices are unpleasant for mosquitoes.