Bites Symptoms

Insect Bites – - Mosquitos

by admin, April 12, 2012

in Insect Bites

The mosquito is a smallish flying insect, a little smaller than a common house fly. It is relatively sparse in Europe, but populates some parts of the USA, and is very common in the hotter climates, like Africa and the tropics.

They seem to be more active in the early morning, or at sundown, and apart from being a continual annoyance, they can inflict a bite in humans.

The signs of a impending attack can be a ‘buzzing’ sound as the mosquito approaches, and when actually bitten, the person will experience – -

n  Itchiness, reddening, around the area.

n  Some swelling of the affected area.

Tags: Africa, Bite, Europe, Itchiness, Mosquito, USA 

Deer Tick Bites, Lyme Disease

by admin, March 12, 2012

in Animal Bites

Lyme Disease was first recognized in the USA state of Connecticut during the 1970’s. It is a disease which is transmitted by an infected tick called the Deer Tick, also known as the black-legged tick, and is of bacterial origin.

Not all ticks carry bacterium and a bite from a tick does not always develop into Lymes disease

Information about the Deer Tick.

n  The immature, pinhead sized deer tick, and the larger adult version, can both be infected with Lyme disease.

n  Primarily the deer ticks themselves become infected with the bacteria by feeding on small rodents.

n  Lyme Disease is wide spread throughout not only the USA, but exists in many world wide countries.

Tags: Bacteria, Bite, Deer Tick, Lyme Disease, Red Rash 

Diagnosis and Treatments of Snake Bites

by admin, February 10, 2012

in Animal Bites

In the event of a person being bitten by a snake, the need for immediate diagnosis is necessary.

There is the need to find out the species of snake involved so that the venom transferred can be identified, and hence the specific anti venom found in order for treatment to follow.

This is especially true for Tropical and Sub Tropical countries where exist a much greater size of snake, and indeed a much greater poisonous variety of snake.

Fortunately, in western habitats we have to deal only with two main types of poisonous snake, these being the Pit Viper and the Coral Snake, so, both diagnosis and treatments are somewhat easier.

Diagnosis of Bites by Pit Vipers and Coral Snakes.

Tags: Anti Venom, Coral Snake, Diagnosis, Pit Viper, Species 

Spiny Marine Animals, Bites and Stings

by admin, December 9, 2011

in Insect Bites

Apart from the stings and open wound bites of other sea creatures like Sharks, Jellyfish and Octopus, there are other types of wounds and stings which can be caused by sea animals who have a spiny structure. These marine animals can also inflict open wounds and stings.

Spiny Marine Animals.

n  Cone Snails, also known as Cone Shells, have dart like stingers which inject poison into other fish, and can harm humans also if in contact.

n  Sea Urchins, have a readily breakable shell with long poisonous spines.

n  A sometimes large fish which carries both poisonous glands and spiny barbs is the Catfish. Wounds from this sea animal carry bacterial infection.

Tags: Cone Shells, Marine Animals, Spiny Structure 

Other Stinging Caterpillars

by admin, November 8, 2011

in Insect Bites

Many people are aware of the Puss Moth Caterpillar, and its ability to sting via the short venomous hairs which it carries on its body. But it is not generally realized among the general populace that there are other species of stinging caterpillar which can transfer poison to the human in a similar way.  These include

n  The Io Moth and Saddleback Moth.

n  Hag Moth..

n  Buck Moth.

n  Hickory Tussock Moth.

n  Silver Spotted Tiger Moth.

All of these caterpillars have short hairs, either spiny or hollow which transfer poison from the venom glands to their victim via skin contact. These caterpillars usually are at their most annoying during late summer or early autumn, and are found on vegetable leaves, in trees or shrubs.

Tags: Puss Moth Caterpillar, Venom, Venomous Hair 

Sting. The Asian Giant Hornet

by admin, October 7, 2011

in Insect Bites

Although all species of hornet sting, by far the largest hornet and certainly the most venomous is the Asian Giant Hornet, or more specifically the Japanese giant hornet, commonly referred to in East asia as the ‘ yak killer’.

This monster is about 50mm in length with a 75mm wingspan, and unlike other hornets it is wide bodied and orange coloured.

Sting of the Japanese Giant Hornet.

The sting of this giant hornet is about 6mm long, and it injects a very potent venom into its victim resulting in damage to body tissue and leading to phospholipase. To quote one sufferer, the feeling of the sting is like ‘ having a red hot rivet driven into the body “

Tags: Asian Giant Hornet, Hornet Sting, Japanese Giant Hornet 

Stings From Scorpions

by admin, September 6, 2011

in Insect Bites

Many people throughout the world suffer from the bites or stings from insects or other small creatures.

In the USA and elsewhere the sting from a normal scorpion is not treated with much alarm as the sting from such a scorpion is relatively harmless, and will only exhibit such signs as – -

n  Pain.

n  Minor swelling.

n  Tenderness around the area.

n  A feeling of warmth at the location of the sting.

However the Bark Scorpion, which is generally found in Arizona and New Mexico in the States. Carries a much more toxic sting which can cause numbness and tingling at the affected sting site.

Tags: Bark Scorpion, Scorpion, Scorpion Stings, Tetanus 

Introduction to Bites and Stings

by admin, August 6, 2011

in Insect Bites

All creatures ranging from the smallest mite to the huge lion either bite or sting as a method of defense,if the creature becomes frightened, agitated or provoked in any way. Such expression of defense is not confined to the ‘animal’ kingdom alone, but under certain circumstances the human will bite also as a method of defense.

The injuries inflicted can vary in severity ranging from a small scratch, a tiny pinpoint bite to an extensive wound, which can cause heavy loss of blood and need medical stitching, the injury carries the risk of infection carried by the mouth of the damaging creature.

Tags: Ant, Bee, Bite, Insect Bite, Sting, Wasp Sting 

Diagnosis of Marine Animal Bites or Stings

by admin, July 5, 2011

in Animal Bites

For any person who has suffered from either a bite or a sting by a marine animal, whilst in a coastal swimming environment, it is essential that immediate treatment is sought, preferable the emergency room of a nearby hospital.

The medical staff will start a series of diagnostic tests, which along with information from the victim will enable them to prescribe the correct treatment and medication. The diagnostic routine will include the following.

Diagnosis of a Marine Sting or Bite.

n  Firstly a Physical Examination will be carried out. The size and depth of the wound will be examined along with a search for signs of infection, movement ability around the area will also be checked.

Tags: Bite, Marine Animal, Physical Examination, Sting 

Diseases Carried by Mosquito Bites

by admin, June 4, 2011

in Insect Bites

Although a common source of annoyance and irritation, the mosquito is a carrier of more serious diseases, especially in the tropics and sub tropical countries. Usually two of the better known diseases are – -

n  Malaria.

n  Dengue Fever.

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What is Malaria?

Malaria is a tropical disease spread by mosquito which have, themselves, become infected by a parasite, the blood cells of the affected person are attacked by the parasite and the sufferer show signs of

n  Chills.

n  Fever.

n  Jaundice, and types of Anemia.

Tags: Dengue, Hemorrhagic, Malaria, Mosquito