Insect Bites and Stings - First Aid and Emergency Treatment Guide
Overview Insect bites are, mostly, not severe Sometimes they cause a severe allergic reaction, anaphylaxis Anaphylaxis is life-threatening if not treated on time The sting of bees, wasps, hornets/bite of fire ants, painful Bites of insects, like mosquitoes, cause itching The bite of a black widow spider can be fatal if left untreated Causes Examples of biting insects Mosquitoes Fleas Mites Spiders Examples of stinging insect Bees Wasps Hornets Symptoms Localized Pain Swelling Redness Itching Numbness Burning Tingling sensation Breathlessness Weakness Treatment Remove the stinger using a straight-edged object 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 to prevent itching Take antihistamines if necessary Observe for signs of infection like pain, redness or swelling In case of emergency- Try to keep the person ...