Bites And Stings
- Insect bites are, mostly, not severe.
- May cause a severe allergic reaction, called anaphylaxis.
- Anaphylaxis is life-threatening if not treated on time.
- Sting of bees, wasps, hornets / bite of fire ants, painful.
- Bites of insects, like mosquitoes cause itching.
Causes
- Mosquitoes
- Fleas
- Mites
- Spiders
- Bees
- Wasps
- Hornets
Symptoms
- Localized Pain
- Swelling
- Redness
- Itching
- Numbness
- Burning
- Tingling sensation
- Breathlessness
- Weakness
FIRST AID
- Remove the stinger using a tweezers.
- Wash the area thoroughly with soap and water.
- Place ice wrapped in a cloth on the affected area.
- Repeat after every 10 minutes
- Apply a gentle cream tprevent itching.
- Observe for signs of infection like pain, redness or swelling If there is an emergency
- Try to keep the person calm.
- Check the person's breathing, pulse and heartbeat
- Remove constricting items, like rings, from finger / nose / ears
- Do Cardio Pulmonary Resuscitation (CPR), if necessary
- If the person is carrying an emergency kit, use inj. Epipen auto injector directly in thigh.
- If required, treat the person for signs of shock
- Seek medical help as soon as possible call 112.