Signs and symptoms of anaphylaxis. Photo taken by Mikael Häggström

Signs and symptoms of anaphylaxis. Photo taken by Mikael Häggström

Skeeter syndrome is an allergic reaction caused by polypeptides that are found in mosquito saliva. This reaction is rare and non-contagious. In most cases, individuals with history of allergic reactions are the ones who suffer from this disease.

Symptoms

The rates in which the symptoms appear vary. In some cases, it manifests immediately. On the other hand, there are cases when the symptoms take some time to appear. The most common symptoms include:

  • Swelling and itchiness
  • Red lump appears on the area of the bite.
  • Swelling and large bumps appear on different areas of the body other than the bite area.
  • Bruises and blisters appear.
  • In rare cases, angioedema and anaphylaxis develop.
  • Occasionally, asthma occurs.
  • Infections happen due to excessive scratching.

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Treatments

It is also best to keep anti-allergy medicines at home such as Benadryl, particularly in areas with large populations of mosquitoes. It is also best to check with a physician in case of symptoms like blisters, difficulty in breathing, short breaths, and swells are observed. The faster medications are administered, the better for the patient’s health. To lessen the pain, itch, and burn, administration of corticosteroids and oral anti-histamines are commonly administered. These medications also help alleviate the symptoms of asthma as well as limit the development of blisters in other areas of the body.

In case of anaphylaxis, it is important to send the patient to the hospital so that they are given the right dosage and type of medication. Anaphylaxis is a life-threatening reaction. Medical attention from a physician is needed to ensure proper care.

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Prevention

Cetirizine Allergy

Cetirizine Allergy

If you have experienced allergic reactions before from mosquito bites in the past, it is best to take a dose of Cetirizine Allergy a day. Taking this during summer seasons when mosquitoes are more prevalent helps deal with allergic reactions due to mosquito bites.

Instead of spending money on medications for the allergy, you can repel mosquitoes instead. One effective way of doing this is by using aromatherapy through the use of essential oils. Citronella, Lavender, Eucalyptus, Lemon Grass and Juniper Berry are plants that are known to have properties that keep mosquitoes away.

gentle_breezes_essential_oil_diffuserUsing an Ultrasonic Essential Oil Diffuser and its cold misty vapors to repel mosquitoes and at the same time adding fragrance to the room is the best way to prevent yourself from being bitten. Adding a few drops of Essential Oil such as Eucalyptus with some Lemon Grass or Citronella in your diffuser keeps mosquitoes from biting you because their sensors are distracted.
If you are outside and you want to sit in the garden and don’t want any mosquitoes or other insects around, try the All-Natural Insect Repellent Outdoor Garden Incense Sticks. It is also helpful if you place them near shrubs around the house because that is where mosquitoes like to gather.

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Garden Incense Sticks

On top of that, they smell nice as well. For areas with thick mosquito population, using my special Insect Shield Synergy Blend on the right side of this page will protect you and your family from mosquito bites by spraying it on you on or use it in an Essential Oil Diffuser to keep those skeeters away.

Most cases of Skeeter syndrome happen to children because they have relatively low levels of immunity. Parents should make sure their children are well protected from mosquito bites especially those who are prone to allergic reactions.

Part of prevention is maintaining cleanliness at home and staying as healthy as possible in a daily basis. Overall healthy lifestyle helps the body fight allergies and other harmful diseases. For instance, by using an Aroma Diffuser with an essential oil recipe during the day, and sleeping underneath a Mosquito Net Canopy at night will greatly reduce your chance of being bitten.

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