Insect bites and stings – Symptoms
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Symptoms depend on the type of bite or sting. The common symptoms of Insect Bites are:
The symptoms will normally improve within a few hours or days, but sometimes they can last a little longer.
Some people have severe, life-threatening reactions to bee stings or insect bites. This is called anaphylactic shock. This condition can occur very quickly and lead to rapid death if not treated quickly. Symptoms of anaphylaxis can occur quickly and affect the whole body. They include:
There may be some symptoms not listed above. If you have any concerns about a symptom, please consult your doctor.
You should contact your doctor if you have any of the following:
However, seek immediate treatment if you experience:
Bites or stings from the hymenoptera family or species of insects, may cause serious reactions in people who are allergic to them even though they differ in how they inflict injury. In fact, death from bee stings is 3-4 times more common than death from snake bites.
Stinging insects include:
Biting and bloodsucking insects include:
What increases my risk for insect bites?
There are many risk factors for Insect Bites, such as:
The information provided is not a substitute for any medical advice. ALWAYS consult with your doctor for more information.
Most of the time, diagnosis is clear because you can identify the insect when it bites you. However sometimes a sting or a bite can appear much later without diagnostic identification. These bites are much more difficult to diagnose since the type of insect is unknown but the size and location of the bite will give an indication of possible sources of the bite.
Diagnosis of an insect bite begins with a medical history and physical exam. Tests are not normally required to diagnose bee stings and insect bites. Diagnostic tests are only likely to be of use if an insect is found on or in the skin to confirm if it is carrying an illness, or not.
Your doctor will also recommend possible treatment for an insect bite or sting based by ruling out other diagnostic possibilities (shingles, or chicken pos for example). Some examples of diagnostic tests include:
Insect bites and stings are common, and most are considered minor. Most insect bites result in small, local reactions whose symptoms are easily treated. In fact, home treatment is the only thing that is required to relieve the symptoms of a mild reaction to common stinging or biting insects.
Immunotherapy (de-sensitisation) is a possible treatment option if you are allergic to insect bites or stings. Venom immunotherapy can help prevent systemic reactions in people who are sensitive to insect stings or bites.
The following lifestyles and home remedies might help you cope with Insect Bites:
If you have any questions, please consult with your doctor to better understand the best solution for you. Hello Health Group does not provide medical advice, diagnosis or treatment.
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