Contents:
- Medical Video: The Secret to Becoming Immune to Mosquito Bites
- Are those mosquito bites allergic?
- Who is most at risk of having allergies to mosquito bites?
- What are the signs and symptoms caused by allergies to mosquito bites?
- What is the right treatment for this allergic condition?
- Treatment with medicines
- Home care
Medical Video: The Secret to Becoming Immune to Mosquito Bites
Almost everyone is sensitive to mosquito bites, the skin can immediately redden immediately after being bitten by a mosquito. But for those who are allergic to mosquito bites, the impact can certainly be more severe than other normal people.
Are those mosquito bites allergic?
Generally, after a person has been bitten by a mosquito, there will be bumps and redness on his skin. This condition will usually disappear within hours or a few days. But it's different if you have allergies to mosquito bites, because the effects caused after being bitten by mosquitoes will be more serious than other normal people.
A mosquito actually looks for the right target by kissing the scent of the body, blowing carbon dioxide, and substances found in the sweat of that person. When the mosquito has found the right target, it will land on the open area of the human skin and then insert the needle-shaped mouth (proboscis).
In people who have allergic mosquito bites, the symptoms that appear are almost similar to other normal people, namely red bumps that itch. However, the causative factor is not only from the mosquito bite, but from the reaction of your immune system to proteins contained in mosquito saliva. This reaction can also be called skeeter syndrome.
Who is most at risk of having allergies to mosquito bites?
Some people are at higher risk of having mosquito bite allergies, namely:
- Having excess weight or obesity
- Has levels of uric acid, lactic acid, and ammonia in the body in amounts higher than normal levels
- Often outdoors (outdoor)
- Have low natural immunity to mosquitoes, such as young children or new visitors who come to areas that have the type of mosquitoes they have never met before
- Have immunodeficiency problems, such as AIDS, leukemia, or lymphoma
- Allergy to the content in saliva (saliva) of mosquitoes, such as protein content and antimicrobial agents
What are the signs and symptoms caused by allergies to mosquito bites?
The reactions caused by allergies to mosquito bites will usually be more severe than normal mosquito bites. Allergy symptoms from mosquito bites include:
- Itching in the area of mosquito bites
- The itching area is bigger than usual
- Bruises in the area of mosquito bites
- Limangitis or inflammation of the lymph system
- Anaphylactic or severe allergic symptoms that cause wheezing and swelling in the throat
Symptoms can get worse, if you experience the following:
- Fever
- Great headache
- Nausea and vomiting
- Skin rashes
- Fatigue
- Confusion
- Nervous system disorders, such as muscle weakness in one part of the body
What is the right treatment for this allergic condition?
Mosquito bite marks are very annoying, the effects of the rash and itchiness often make you uncomfortable. Especially for those of you who have allergic mosquito bites. So, there are two recommended treatments after being bitten by a mosquito:
Treatment with medicines
In the case of a mild allergic reaction, applying hydrocortisone cream or calamine lotion may be able to relieve symptoms. But if the allergic reaction caused is quite serious, then the following drugs can be selected:
- Oral antihistamines, such as diphenhydramine (benadryl) and loratadine (claritin)
- Anti-itchy cream
- Bathe in cold water without using soap
- Epinephrine
It is important to remember, you should first consult with your doctor before determining what type of drug is right for you to use. Surely the doctor will recommend the type of medication according to the allergic conditions that you have.
Home care
Apart from using drugs, you can also speed up the recovery of symptoms by doing various treatments that can be at home, for example:
- Wash the bite area several times a day
- Rub the cloth dipped in cold water beforehand, into the area of the mosquito bite. Do it for several times to relieve swelling
- Apply the area of the bite marks with a mixture of baking soda and water solution until the swelling and itching subsides.
If necessary, you can close the area of the bite with a bandage to prevent you from scratching mosquito bites which can actually cause infection. In addition, it can also help prevent injuries from infection.
