10 Types of Bug Bites
Mosquito BitesMosquitos choose their human victims based on the scent of carbon dioxide and other chemicals in your perspiration. Mosquitos carry viruses and parasites in their saliva. Learn how to prevent and treat bites.
See what attracts the insect. »
Fly BitesFlies of all sorts can bite humans. Bites from flies are often harmless, but they may produce allergic reactions sometimes. In some cases they carry serious diseases that are transmitted through bites, such as malaria and tularemia.
Be aware of possible complications. »
Flea BitesFleas are tiny, reddish-brown, bloodsucking insects that normally affect animals. However, they can feed on humans too. Fleabites cause an itchy red bump surrounded by a halo and usually occur on the lower legs and feet.
Watch out for jumping insects. »
Chigger BitesChiggers are very small, wingless, and six-legged organisms that can be found in certain outdoor areas. A chigger bite can result in hives, pimple-like bumps, and serious itching, as well as skin rash if the skin was exposed to the sun.
Analyze your symptoms. »
Tick BitesTicks are small brown parasites (arachnids) that live in wooded areas and fields and survive on human and animal blood.
Don't just rely on the bullseye. »
Spider BitesSpiders may bite human beings if they feel threatened. While most spider bites are harmless, they may produce allergic symptoms. A bite from a venomous brown recluse or black widow may be dangerous.
Know when to see a doctor. »
Fire AntFire ants are a type of ant that can sting humans and deliver venom into the skin. A fire ant sting will normally cause swelling, a scab, itchiness, and/or pain. In some cases a fire ant sting can result in severe allergic reactions, such as hives or anaphylaxis.
Be prepared to treat it. »
ScabiesScabies is a skin infestation that is caused by the human skin mite. This condition causes extreme nighttime itching as well as a rash.
Take note of nighttime itching. »
Bed Bug BitesBed bugs are small, flat, apple seed-sized bugs with a red-brown color that feed on human blood through the skin. They can sometimes be found in and around beds, and leave reddish bites.
Check your baseboards and mattress. »
LiceLice are small, wingless, blood-sucking insects that live in the hair. When they infest hair on the body, lice cause extreme itching and sores from scratching as well.
Discover treatment options. »
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Mosquito BitesMosquitos choose their human victims based on the scent of carbon dioxide and other chemicals in your perspiration. Mosquitos carry viruses and parasites in their saliva. Learn how to prevent and treat bites.
See what attracts the insect. »
Fly BitesFlies of all sorts can bite humans. Bites from flies are often harmless, but they may produce allergic reactions sometimes. In some cases they carry serious diseases that are transmitted through bites, such as malaria and tularemia.
Be aware of possible complications. »
Flea BitesFleas are tiny, reddish-brown, bloodsucking insects that normally affect animals. However, they can feed on humans too. Fleabites cause an itchy red bump surrounded by a halo and usually occur on the lower legs and feet.
Watch out for jumping insects. »
Chigger BitesChiggers are very small, wingless, and six-legged organisms that can be found in certain outdoor areas. A chigger bite can result in hives, pimple-like bumps, and serious itching, as well as skin rash if the skin was exposed to the sun.
Analyze your symptoms. »
Tick BitesTicks are small brown parasites (arachnids) that live in wooded areas and fields and survive on human and animal blood.
Don't just rely on the bullseye. »
Spider BitesSpiders may bite human beings if they feel threatened. While most spider bites are harmless, they may produce allergic symptoms. A bite from a venomous brown recluse or black widow may be dangerous.
Know when to see a doctor. »
Fire AntFire ants are a type of ant that can sting humans and deliver venom into the skin. A fire ant sting will normally cause swelling, a scab, itchiness, and/or pain. In some cases a fire ant sting can result in severe allergic reactions, such as hives or anaphylaxis.
Be prepared to treat it. »
ScabiesScabies is a skin infestation that is caused by the human skin mite. This condition causes extreme nighttime itching as well as a rash.
Take note of nighttime itching. »
Bed Bug BitesBed bugs are small, flat, apple seed-sized bugs with a red-brown color that feed on human blood through the skin. They can sometimes be found in and around beds, and leave reddish bites.
Check your baseboards and mattress. »
LiceLice are small, wingless, blood-sucking insects that live in the hair. When they infest hair on the body, lice cause extreme itching and sores from scratching as well.
Discover treatment options. »
Article Sources:
- Auerbach, P. S. (2009).Medicine for the outdoors: the essential guide to first aid and medical emergencies(5th ed.). Philadelphia: Mosby/Elsevier.
- Insect Bites and Stings: First Aid. (n.d.). Mayo Clinic. Retrieved on April 9, 2012 from http://www.mayoclinic.com/health/first-aid-insect-bites/FA00046
- Insect Bites and Stings. (n.d.). MedlinePlus. Retrieved on April 9, 2012 fromhttp://www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/ency/article/000033.htm
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DISCLAIMER: ALL THIS INFORMATION DOES NOT BELONG TO ME.IT BELONGS TO HEALTH LINE AND ALSO OTHER SOURCES.