Mosquito bites on the skin of an adult or child

Each person more than once in his life was attacked by various kinds of vile: mosquitoes, horseflies, midges and flies. Some bite did not cause any unpleasant consequences, others even needed medical attention. Often, an unexpected reaction to mosquito bites occurs in children, since their immune system still cannot adequately cope with a foreign agent that enters the bloodstream.

Features of mosquito bites

The insect, piercing the victim’s skin, injects saliva with blood thinning enzymes and substances like mild painkillers. So nature helps live and breed mosquitoes. For humans, these substances are foreign, so the body responds with an allergic reaction.

A person does not immediately feel mosquito bites on the skin. When pain appears, then the mosquito is either killed, or it manages to fly away without completing the meal to a new victim. In place of the bite occurs blisterburning and itching. Then appears edema, which can slowly increase in size to 2-3 cm. If a person does not have allergies, and he does not have increased sensitivity, then the swelling disappears in a few days. The photo of the bite clearly demonstrates the consequences of the attacks of bloodsuckers.

Causes of Allergy

There are times when an adult or a child has an acute allergic reaction to bites. There may be several reasons for this:

• heredity - there are allergies in the family;
• hypersensitivity - as a result of malnutrition (internal pollution of the body with food colors, flavors, chemical additives), the presence of certain diseases or environmental pollution;
• instant response of the immune system to a foreign protein.

In the presence of such reasons, the human body of any age, especially children, can give a strong immune response.

Characteristic signs of an allergic reaction

A local allergic reaction occurs in any person to an external effect. This is a protective function of the body. But an allergy to mosquito bites can manifest itself in varying degrees of severity:

• Edema in the form of a painful red swelling reaches 10 cm. A huge blister may appear in its place. Such inflammation lasts a long time.
• Hives. A large area of ​​the body is covered with red blisters that cause severe itching.
• Runny nose, lacrimation, pain in the eyes.
• Temperature risechills.
• Quincke's edema. It is characterized by a rapid manifestation of a symptom.

The reaction in each person manifests itself in different ways. In one, it is weakly expressed, in the other there is anaphylactic shock, which can lead to death. To prevent this, it is necessary to take an antihistamine in a timely manner. Preventive measures should also be taken. You can find out what actions should be taken by watching a video with the participation of Dr. Komarovsky.

Important!

There is a chance that an infection will develop at the site of the mosquito bite due to combing. This is especially true for children.Therefore, mosquito bites for them cause great danger.

In severe manifestations of allergies, urgent medical attention is necessary, since independent unprofessional actions can lead to sad consequences.

What a mosquito bite looks like

Typically, the lesion site looks like a red dot around which an inflamed rounded area forms. This zone itches a lot, the temperature of this part of the body rises, an adult or a child feels pain.

In the absence of allergies or hypersensitivity, all these symptoms disappear in a few days. The most important thing is not to comb the place of the mosquito bite, otherwise the edema will increase in size. In addition, when combing a bite an infection can be brought into the wound that causes suppuration, severe inflammation, requiring medical treatment or even surgery to remove pus.

The hardest thing is with children. A single mosquito bite is not so painfully perceived by the child. But if the baby was bitten strongly by insects, then it becomes restless and it is very difficult to keep it from combing. In this case, any bite remedy for childrenpermitted in pediatrics to relieve itching. From folk remedies recommended soda solution. The child will no longer pay attention to the swelling on the body. After a day or two everything will come down, only a small red dot on the skin can remain, which will soon disappear. A photo of mosquito bites in children is presented below.

If the rash that appears is accompanied by unusual symptoms, you need to sound the alarm. These dangerous manifestations include:

• a sharp increase in temperature;
• general weakness;
• severe pain when touching inflamed areas;
• swelling of the eyes, face;
• difficulty breathing.

In some cases, a cough may appear, there is a lack of appetite, vomiting, nausea, abdominal pain, diarrhea.

Important!

These symptoms require medical attention. An urgent need to call an ambulance in order to take the necessary measures in time and avoid serious consequences for health. This applies not only to children. In the presence of such a reaction in an adult, emergency assistance will be required for him.

The consequences of bites of various insects

Not only mosquitoes bite. There is a huge detachment of insects that are ready to feast on human blood. According to the severity of the reaction and the consequences of the effects of mosquito venom on the body of an adult and a child, all bites can be divided into three categories.

1. The first is the easiest. People often do not notice solitary ant bites or midges. Only a red dot or slight redness may remain on the skin.
2. The second is still light, but very noticeable consequences of insect bites: mosquitoes, flea, bedbugs, lice. A single attack by bloodsuckers does not cause an acute reaction. But all these representatives of the parasites do not attack one at a time, but usually lie in wait for the victim in the community of their relatives. Numerous mosquito bites cause severe itching. Combed wounds begin to bleed, become inflamed even more, purulent processes, allergic reactions and fever can begin. This is especially true for children due to a weak immune system.
3. The third is the most pronounced degree of reaction and consequences of an insect attack. As a result of a bite, sharp pain occurs, swelling and redness of the skin form. A severe allergic reaction may occur before anaphylactic shock. Therefore, beware of bites from insects such as mosquitoes, horseflies, hornets, wasp, the beessome tropical dangerous antsriders. Even single bites can be life threatening, especially for children. In these cases, it is urgent to seek medical help.

Warm sunny spring and hot summer attracts to water, outdoor recreation.But so that walks do not end in health troubles, you must be careful and carefully monitor your kids. In the forest and near the river it is better to use protective funds for children. Also available mosquito preparations for children up to a year. It is advisable to always have a first-aid kit with you, which contains first-aid drugs. Then nothing can overshadow a fun holiday with family and friends. Parents should be aware of the consequences in children after a mosquito bite.

A video will help you better understand what allergies your child may have.

Important!

If a person knows about the tendency of his body to allergic reactions, it is imperative to take care of treatment methods and preventive measures. Going on a picnic, he must have with him special mosquito repellent: lotions, creams that are applied to the skin. From clothes, preferences are best given to bright wardrobe items. For long hikes in the forest are available protective suits for children and adults. The first-aid kit should contain antihistamines. In an apartment or house, windows and doors are equipped mosquito nets.