MedlinePlus: Insect Bites And Stings Directory of factsheets on various arthropod envenomations. http://www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/insectbitesandstings.html
Extractions: Overviews Insect Bites and Stings (Mayo Foundation for Medical Education and Research) Insect Stings Venomous Creatures Treatment Insect Stings and Bites (Nemours Foundation) Prevention/Screening How to Use Insect Repellents Safely (Environmental Protection Agency, Office of Pesticide Programs) Keep Mosquitoes at Bay (Mayo Foundation for Medical Education and Research) Updated Information Regarding Insect Repellents (National Center for Infectious Diseases) Pictures/Diagrams Life Cycles: Fleas and Ticks (Food and Drug Administration) - Links to PDF Specific Conditions Anaphylaxis (Mayo Foundation for Medical Education and Research) Spider Bites (Mayo Foundation for Medical Education and Research) Stinging Insect Allergy (American Academy of Allergy, Asthma, and Immunology)
EMedicine Health - Bites And Stings Collection of consumer health information on causes, symptoms, and medical advice relating to bee and wasp stings, insect and spider bites, water animal bites and stings, land mammal and human bites, snake bites, and tick bites. http://www.emedicinehealth.com/collections/SU291.asp
Extractions: Search September 8, 2005 Registration Healthcare Professionals Bites and Stings Choose from the links below to learn about the symptoms, diagnosis, and treatment of bites and stings. Bee and Wasp Stings Insect and Spider Bites Jellyfish, Stingray, and Other Water Animal Bites/Stings Land Animal and Human Bites ... West Nile Virus Search
MedlinePlus Medical Encyclopedia: Insect Bites And Stings In most cases, bites and stings can be easily treated at home. For those who have a serious allergy to insect bites or stings, carry an emergency http://www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/ency/article/000033.htm
Extractions: @import url(/medlineplus/images/advanced.css); Skip navigation Other encyclopedia topics: A-Ag Ah-Ap Aq-Az B-Bk ... Z Contents of this page: Bedbug - close-up Black widow spider Body louse Flea ... Insect bites and stings Alternative names Return to top Bedbug bite; Bee sting; Bites - insects, bees, and spiders; Black widow spider bite; Brown recluse bite; Flea bite; Honey bee or hornet sting; Lice bites; Mite bite; Scorpion bite; Spider bite; Wasp sting; Yellow jacket sting Definition Return to top The bite from fire ants and the sting from bees, wasps, and hornets usually cause an immediate painful skin reaction. Mosquitoes, fleas, mites, and spiders have bites that are more likely to cause itching than pain. Considerations Return to top In most cases, bites and stings can be easily treated at home. However, some people have a severe allergic reaction to insect bites and stings. This is a life-threatening allergic reaction known as anaphylaxis , and it requires urgent emergency care. Severe reactions can affect the whole body and may occur very quickly, often within minutes. These severe reactions can be rapidly fatal if untreated. Call 911 if you are with someone who has trouble breathing or goes into
Extractions: Department of Entomology, University of California, Riverside, CA 92521 USA Published in the International Journal of Dermatology, volume 37, page 481-496, July 1998, Toxicologically, there is far more diversity in spider venoms than in the venoms of Hymenoptera and scorpions, so that the correct identification of spider bites has special significance. Spiders are rarely correctly identified by bite victims or their physicians and are readily transported by human commerce out of their native range. There are stellar reviews of the toxicology of arthropod venoms and poisons , as well as an excellent quick guide to bites and stings of arthropods Evolution of the sting The most common stinging animals are in the insect order Hymenoptera (meaning "veil wings"), which includes the bees, wasps and ants. The most primitive Hymenoptera possess ovipositors to insert eggs into plant tissue. In some parasitic groups this structure and glands associated with it have been modified to inject venom to paralyze other insects which are used as food by the developing larvae. (These parasitic wasps comprise the largest number of species in the Hymenoptera, and are extremely beneficial to agriculture as biological control agents of agricultural pest insects.) The stings of these parasitic wasps are not usually very painful to humans, and their venom has low mammalian toxicity
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Extractions: THE PHYSICIAN AND SPORTSMEDICINE - VOL 26 - NO. 7 - JULY 98 In Brief: Most arthropod bites and stings cause limited swelling, itching, pain, and redness and can be managed by ice application and tetanus prophylaxis as necessary. Stings by bees, wasps, and stinging ants can cause anaphylaxis that may require treatment with epinephrine and antihistamines and respiratory and cardiac maintenance measures. Widow spider bite management is controversial, but interventions for systemic reactions include calcium gluconate, methocarbamol, diazepam, narcotics, and antivenom. Victims of brown spider bites may need hospitalization if lesions enlarge rapidly or there are signs of systemic poisoning. Those stung by a bark scorpion may require oxygen, an intravenous line, pulse oximetry, and cardiac monitoring. W hen we think of sports-related hazards, we generally imagine blunt trauma, heat-related illness, or even rare occurrences such as lightning strikes. We seldom think of arthropods, those little, multilegged creatures whose bites and stings can make life unpleasantor precipitate life-threatening reactions. Knowing and implementing appropriate in-the-field and hospital treatments can make life less miserable for those who have minor reactions and may help save the lives of the few who have severe allergic reactions. The stinging insects that belong to the order Hymenoptera include bees; yellow jackets, hornets, and other wasps; and stinging ants (see "Hymenoptera: Bees, Wasps, and Ants," below). Hymenoptera stings cause an estimated 40 to 150 deaths each year in the United States alone (1), the vast majority of which are due to anaphylactic reactions. Approximately 1 in every 200 people is dangerously allergic to Hymenoptera venom and therefore at risk for fatal anaphylaxis (2).
Extractions: Mr. J. L. H., Merseyside, UK "I first saw Aspivenin used to treat an insect bite on a fellow traveller whilst on holiday in Turkey and, having purchased one, my wife used it on our return home. In both cases the bites came to nothing, as there was minimal inflammation and no irritation. I could not help but be impressed by the apparent efficacy of the device, and will take it with me when we travel to Africa later this year." Dr. M. T., Cambridge, UK "As my business is building bridges for logging companies, many of my overseas trips involve periods in deep tropical rain forests and it has certainly been a comfort having my trusty Aspivenin with me. Whilst I am pleased to say that the opportunity to trial the product on a snake bite has not arisen, it has certainly been effective on insect stings, even several hours after the event, and gives considerable relief. It may interest you to know that I demonstrated the product to some of the foresters in Guyana; given that they are constantly in danger from many venomous beasts, they showed very great interest."
Don't Let The Bugs Bite bites and stings from insects, including spiders, ticks, mites, mosquitoes, flies, fleas, ants, bees, and wasps, are common in children. Know how to prevent and treat common ones, and when to not over react. http://pediatrics.about.com/cs/safetyfirstaid/a/dnt_lt_bugs_bte.htm
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PFD BITES AND STINGS! Introduction and guide from the City of Phoenix, Arizona on snake, insect, gila monster and africanized honey bee bites. http://www.ci.phoenix.az.us/FIRE/bitessna.html
Extractions: Searches Service Directory Word Search Calendar Maps Quick Links Airport/Sky Harbor City Jobs Departments A-Z Garbage/Recycling Mayor/City Council Online Services Public Meetings Public Safety What's New Mailing Lists This page requires JavaScript for full functionality. You may enable JavaScript through your browser's settings. Discover Phoenix Residents Businesses City Government ... Home Snakes Africanized Honey Bees About 45,000 people are bitten by snakes every year in the United States. Of those, 7,000 involve poisonous snakes, and of those treated, only about 15 die. More than half of the poisonous snakebites involve children, and most occur between April and October. Of the poisonous bites in the United States, 55 percent are from rattlesnakes, 34 percent from copperheads, 10 percent from water moccasins, and onepercent from coral snakes. Rattlesnake bites account for 70 percent of the fatalities and between 95 and 98 percent of the bites occur on extremities. Each year the Samaritan Regional Poison Center has more than 65 calls about rattlesnake bites. There are 11 species of rattlesnakes identified in Arizona. A pit viper snake has a heat sensing "pit" located between the nostril and eye on each side that is used to locate and trail prey. Rattlesnakes can grow up to six feet in length. Baby rattlesnakes are capable of a venomous bite from birth. Nonpoisonous snakebites are not considered serious and are generally treated as minor wounds; only poisonous snakebites are considered medical emergencies.
Insect Bites And Stings This health education site explains all you need to know about insect bites and stings, including prevention, selfcare, specific recommendations for http://tmsyn.wc.ask.com/r?t=an&s=hb&uid=24312681243126812&sid=343126
West Virginia Poison Center Provides emergency treatment advice on accidental exposures to medications and household substances, plant ingestions, snake, spider and other insect bites and stings, chemical spills, occupational exposures, and drug overdoses. http://www.hsc.wvu.edu/charleston/wvpc
The Buzz On Insect Bites And Stings Generally, insect bites and stings are harmless. Read this article to find out how to keep pests from ruining your fun. http://kidshealth.org/teen/safety/first_aid/bug_bites.html
Extractions: Insect bites and stings are, for the most part, no more unpleasant than a homework assignment - kind of annoying but basically harmless. Occasionally, though, an insect bite or sting can cause serious problems. You should know when a simple ice pack can bring some relief or when a visit to the local hospital is in order. Know Your Enemy Before you find out how to handle your unwelcome guests, come meet the critters who want a little piece of you. The Biters Mosquitoes hang out anywhere people, food, or pools of still water are found. Generally they aren't anything to worry about: They bite, you itch, end of story. However, there is some concern about West Nile virus, which is transmitted to humans by mosquitoes. The good news is that healthy kids, teens, and adults under 50 are at low risk of catching West Nile virus. And although the virus can put people at risk for developing a serious infection called encephalitis , in reality this hardly ever happens. Less than 1% of the people who are infected with West Nile virus become seriously ill. Fleas can be lumped into the irritating-but-not-serious category as well. They are often found on Fido or Fluffy, but they can also be attracted to you.
PFD BITES AND STINGS! Emergency care for a coral snake bite is similar to that for a pit viper snake bite. Return to top of bites and stings http://tmsyn.wc.ask.com/r?t=an&s=hb&uid=24312681243126812&sid=343126
PFD BITES AND STINGS! Insect bites and stings are common, and most are considered minor. A specific antivenom is available. Return to top of bites and stings http://phoenix.gov/fire/bitessna.html
Extractions: Searches Service Directory Word Search Calendar Maps Quick Links Airport/Sky Harbor City Jobs Departments A-Z Garbage/Recycling Mayor/City Council Online Services Public Meetings Public Safety What's New Mailing Lists This page requires JavaScript for full functionality. You may enable JavaScript through your browser's settings. Discover Phoenix Residents Businesses City Government ... Home Snakes Africanized Honey Bees About 45,000 people are bitten by snakes every year in the United States. Of those, 7,000 involve poisonous snakes, and of those treated, only about 15 die. More than half of the poisonous snakebites involve children, and most occur between April and October. Of the poisonous bites in the United States, 55 percent are from rattlesnakes, 34 percent from copperheads, 10 percent from water moccasins, and onepercent from coral snakes. Rattlesnake bites account for 70 percent of the fatalities and between 95 and 98 percent of the bites occur on extremities. Each year the Samaritan Regional Poison Center has more than 65 calls about rattlesnake bites. There are 11 species of rattlesnakes identified in Arizona. A pit viper snake has a heat sensing "pit" located between the nostril and eye on each side that is used to locate and trail prey. Rattlesnakes can grow up to six feet in length. Baby rattlesnakes are capable of a venomous bite from birth. Nonpoisonous snakebites are not considered serious and are generally treated as minor wounds; only poisonous snakebites are considered medical emergencies.
Extractions: Search September 8, 2005 Registration Healthcare Professionals You are in: Bites and Stings Stings and bites from insects are common. They often result in redness and swelling in the injured area. Sometimes a sting can cause a life-threatening allergic reaction Arthropods are insects that live primarily on land and have 6 legs. They dominate the present-day land fauna. They represent about three-fourths of known animal life. In fact, the actual number of living species could range from 5-10 million. The orders that contain the greatest numbers of species are Coleoptera (beetles), Lepidoptera (butterflies and moths), Hymenoptera (ants, bees, wasps), and Diptera (true flies). Last updated: Aug 10, 2005 Insect Bites Causes Sections Insect Bites Overview Insect Bites Causes Insect Bites Symptoms When to Seek Medical Care Exams and Tests ... Authors and Editors Dementia is not something that happens only to older people. Learn about causes and treatment options. Stress, fear, or worries can lead to severe anxiety, which can have a serious impact on your life. Do you need to seek help?
