Bites And Stings: Insects Detailed information on insect bites, including bee stings, flea bites, mite bites, chigger bites, spider bites, tick bites, and lyme disease. http://www.healthsystem.virginia.edu/uvahealth/adult_pediatrics/insects.cfm
Extractions: [ Skip Navigation ] Topics All About Cancer Blood Disorders Bone Disorders Breast Health Cancer Cardiovascular Disease Dermatology Diabetes Digestive Disorders Endocrinology Environmental Medicine Eye Care Glossary Gynecological Health Infectious Diseases Kidney Disease Men's Health Mental Health Nervous System Disorders Non-Trauma Emergency Oral Health Orthopaedics Otolaryngology Pathology Pediatrics, General Health Prostate Health Radiology Respiratory Disorders Skin Cancer Surgical Care Urology Women's Health Search This Site Fleas, mites, and chiggers often bite humans, but are not poisonous. It is sometimes difficult to assess which type of insect caused the bite, or if the rash is caused by poison ivy or other skin conditions. What are the symptoms of a flea, mite, or chigger bite?
Bites And Stings Detailed information on animal and insect bites and stings. http://www.healthsystem.virginia.edu/uvahealth/adult_pediatrics/bitesting.cfm
Extractions: [ Skip Navigation ] Topics All About Cancer Blood Disorders Bone Disorders Breast Health Cancer Cardiovascular Disease Dermatology Diabetes Digestive Disorders Endocrinology Environmental Medicine Eye Care Glossary Gynecological Health Infectious Diseases Kidney Disease Men's Health Mental Health Nervous System Disorders Non-Trauma Emergency Oral Health Orthopaedics Otolaryngology Pathology Pediatrics, General Health Prostate Health Radiology Respiratory Disorders Skin Cancer Surgical Care Urology Women's Health Search This Site Regardless of how careful you are about animals in your home, or how many precautions you take when your child is outdoors playing, animal and insect bites and stings may occur. By remaining calm and knowing some basic first-aid techniques, you can help your child overcome both the fear and the trauma of bites and stings. There are many different types of bites or stings that may require clinical care by a physician or other healthcare professional. Listed in the directory below are some, for which we have provided a brief overview.
BBC - Health - Conditions - Insect Bites And Stings Fortunately, insect bites and stings are rarely more than a temporary irritation in the UK. But if you re holidaying abroad, insects can pose significant http://www.bbc.co.uk/health/conditions/bites1.shtml
Extractions: Send it to a friend! Dr Trisha Macnair Fortunately, insect bites and stings are rarely more than a temporary irritation in the UK. But if you're holidaying abroad, insects can pose significant danger. Find out how to reduce the chances of being bitten. Infections Can HIV be passed on through insect bites? Preventing bites If you're bitten... ... Insects abroad Insects may carry infectious organisms that they can pass on when they bite. Most people know that a mosquito bite may give you malaria, especially in Africa, Asia and South America. Among the many infections, you could catch relapsing fever and Chagas' disease from bed bugs in Mexico, yellow fever from mosquitoes in Venezuela or Lyme disease and Rocky Mountain spotted fever from ticks in Massachusetts, US. Always check for potential problems in the country you're travelling to and get vaccinated if you can. One common fear is that mosquito bites might pass on HIV. But studies have shown no evidence of HIV transmission through mosquitoes or any other insects - even in areas where there are many cases of AIDS and large populations of mosquitoes.
First Aid For Insect Bites And Stings Fastaction advice for dealing with bees, ticks, and other annoying summer pests. http://www.parents.com/articles/health/5343.jsp
Poisoning Arsenic Poisoning bites and stings - Cadmium Poisoning - Chromium Medical Treatment for Venomous bites and stings (Australia) - AVRU, Melbourne http://www.mic.ki.se/Diseases/c21.613.html
Extractions: Diseases and Disorders Links pertaining to Poisoning Alert! Patients and laypersons looking for guidance among the target sources of this collection of links are strongly advised to review the information retrieved with their professional health care provider. Start Page Contents: Arsenic Poisoning Bites and Stings Cadmium Poisoning Chromium Poisoning (not on MeSH) ... Poisoning Poisoning Poisoning Prevention and Management - WHO An Introduction to Applied Toxicology - Heriot Watt Univ. (UK) ToxTown , a Toxicology Tutorial , and - SIS/NLM (US) - (US) Center for the Evaluation of Risks to Human Reproduction - NIH (US) The Carcinogenic Potency Database Project - U.C. Berkeley A collection of IARC Monographs (Carcinogenic Risks to Humans) - (FR) Search the NTP (US Nat'l Toxicology Program) Study Database - NIH The California Poison Control System Answer Book - (US) The Toxikon Multimedia Project - Univ of Illinois (US) Poison Reference Information - Adam via MedlinePlus, NLM
Extractions: Web health.allrefer.com You are here : AllRefer.com Health Insect Bites and Stings Even though some insect bites or stings can be extremely painful they usually do not require emergency medical care. Although the stung or bitten area should be carefully observed for signs of infection or reaction to venom. Related Images Bedbug - Close-Up A.D.A.M., Inc. is accredited by URAC, also known as the American Accreditation HealthCare Commission (www.urac.org). URAC's accreditation program is the first of its kind, requiring compliance with 53 standards of quality and accountability, verified by independent audit. A.D.A.M. is among the first to achieve this important distinction for online health information and services. Learn more about A.D.A.M.'s editorial reviewers . A.D.A.M. is also a founding member of Hi-Ethics (www.hiethics.com) and subscribes to the principles of the Health on the Net Foundation (www.hon.ch). Par Web Solutions
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VENOMOUS BITES AND STINGS PARASOL EMT specialises in the provision of first aid and industrial health and safety training to clients in all areas of Australia. http://www.parasolemt.com.au/Manual/venom.asp
Extractions: VENOMOUS BITES AND STINGS general poisoning , prevention is better than cure, so take care when in an area frequented by snakes and spiders, and treat venomous sea creatures with respect. This section will cover the following bites and stings: Spiders ... Fish Stings Snakes Should you see a snake, LEAVE IT ALONE - do not attempt to kill it as all snakes are protected by law, and besides, the creature will defend itself vigorously. Stay clear of likely habitats, and always pay special attention to young children playing near long grass and bush. Only approximately 15% of people struck by poisonous snakes are envenomated, but always treat for the worst case, and assume that venom has been injected. SIGNS AND SYMPTOMS CARE AND TREATMENT SRABC reassure complete rest call for an ambulance urgently apply direct pressure over the bitten area obtain a history apply a firm bandage (pressure immobilisation bandage) starting from over the bite site, and then wind as far up the limb as possible to the armpit or groin
Insects - Bites And Stings The majority of insects in Australia are not harmful to humans. Some insects bite and sting if they are threatened so it is best to avoid touching them if http://www.amonline.net.au/insects/insects/bites.htm
Extractions: Skip to content The majority of insects in Australia are not harmful to humans. Some insects bite and sting if they are threatened so it is best to avoid touching them if you want to avoid being stung or bitten. Some people are allergic to certain insect bites or venom. In the case of an allergic reaction to bites or stings, medical attention should be sought. Call a doctor or hospital for guidance. The Australia-wide Poisons Information Centres have a common telephone number: Mites, spiders, scorpions and ticks are some other well known biting and stinging arthropods. These animals are not insects. Medical information related to these groups can be found at the Medical Entomology website Two species of bed bug occur in Australia, Cimex lectularis and Cimex hemipterus . Bed bugs are relatively small insects, about 5 mm in size. The body is dorsoventrally (from back to front) flattened and they have no wings. They have obvious eyes and sucking mouthparts, and are reddish brown in colour. Bed bugs are blood feeders and are most active at night or in the early hours before dawn, but if starved for some time they may be active during the day. To obtain a blood meal the bed bug pierces the skin of the host and injects saliva. This saliva has anticoagulant properties which makes the blood flow more easily. Bed bugs ingest their meal rapidly only taking 5-10 minutes to engorge themselves. A blood meal is required at each of the five stages of nymphal development. Female bed bugs lay several eggs in small batches, which hatch in about 10 days. Adult bed bugs can live for approximately 6-12 months. Because of their size bed bugs can get into small cracks and crevices.
Bites And Stings CHC Wausau Hospital s Medical Library and Patient Education Center provides research services and healthcare information to physicians, http://www.chclibrary.org/micromed/00039940.html
Extractions: In the United States, where the dog population exceeds 50 million, dogs surpass all other mammals in the number of bites inflicted on humans. However, most dog-bite injuries are minor. A telephone survey of U.S. households conducted in 1994 led researchers to estimate that 3,737,000 nonmedically treated dog bites occurred in the United States that year, versus 757,000 that were medically treated. Studies also show that most dog bites are from pets or other dogs known to the victim, that males are more likely than females to be bitten, and that children face a greater risk than adults. Each year, about 10-20 Americansmostly children under 10 years oldare killed by dogs. Dog bites resulted in an estimated 334,000 emergency-room visits annually throughout the United States in 1992-94. More than half of the bites seen by emergency departments originated in the home. Children under 10 years old were more likely than older people to visit an emergency room for bite treatment, especially boys 5-9 years old. Children under 10 years old were also much more liable to be bitten on the face, neck, and head. Nearly all of the injuries suffered by the emergency-room patients were of "low severity," and most were treated and released without being admitted to hospital or sent to another facility.
Extractions: Items ... pest control In the animal kingdom there are many creatures that can bite or sting humans, pets, livestock or wildlife. Many of these bites or stings can cause pain, death or reactions to our systems that can be mild to extreme. This article cannot cover all scenarios, all bites, all stings delivered by every animal or insect on the planet. It will, however, attempt to describe the different problems encountered by humans and domestic animals that are caused by insects, reptiles and others. Not all insects, reptiles, animals cause pain, sickness, allergic reactions or death. Even of those creatures that have the ability to bite or sting, not all have the ability to puncture human skin. All spiders can deliver toxins but very few can actually deliver these toxins deep enough through human skin to actually cause sickness or death. (See Black Widow Spiders Brown Recluse Spiders Of those that can puncture or cut human skin, most are defending themselves or are looking for a blood meal. Chiggers, mosquitoes, fleas and ticks are examples of those that have mouthparts that enable them to puncture skin for feeding on blood. Horse Flies and Deer flies are examples of insects that have mouthparts that actually cut skin (instead of puncturing) to get to their food, which is blood. Among the creatures discussed will be spiders
UT UHS Self-Care Guide: Insect/Bug Bites And Stings Most insect/bug bites or stings are just painful nuisances, but they can be lifethreatening if youre allergic to them. And some poisonous spider bites, http://www.utexas.edu/student/health/guide/bites.html
Extractions: Insect/Bug Bites and Stings Clean the wound. Apply an ice pack wrapped in a thin towel for up to 20 minutes at a time. If the stinger is visible, wash your hands and gently try to scrape the stinger out with your fingernail. Tweezers could leave some of the stinger behind or squeeze more toxins into your wound. For tick bites, apply petroleum jelly over the bite until the tick starts to smother and withdraws from the skin. For stings, rub a paste of meat tenderizer and water onto the site. Take an OTC analgesic for pain and inflammation. After the first 24 hours, you may also apply warm compresses. For itching, use an OTC oral or topical antihistamine and/or apply calamine lotion.
Treatment Of Insect Bites And Stings Treatment of insect bites and stings includes epinephrine for anaphylactic reactions, and symptomatic treatments for painful or itchy bites and stings. http://pediatrics.about.com/cs/safetyfirstaid/a/dnt_lt_bugs_bte_3.htm
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Case University Health Service - Insect Bites And Stings Insect bites and stings. Insects that typically cause more troublesome reactions are bees, wasps, hornets, jallow jackets and fire ants. http://studentaffairs.case.edu/health/firstaid/insect.html
Extractions: HEALTH SERVICE SITE SEARCH: SEARCH Insects that typically cause more troublesome reactions are bees, wasps, hornets, jallow jackets and fire ants. Insects that generally cause milder reactions are mosquitoes, ticks, biting flies, and some spiders. The reactions result from the injection of venom or other substance into the skin. The symptoms of mild reactions are itching or stinging sensation, and mild swelling. These symptoms disappear within a day or so. Some reactions are delayed, which can cause fever, painful joints, hives, and swollen glands. A small percentage of people develop severe reactions to insect venom. The symptoms for severe reactions are facial swelling, difficulty breathing, weakness, dizziness, and shock. For mild reactions: Move to a safe area to avoid more stings. Gently scrape out the stinger as soon as possible. Use a credit card or a fingernail. (This applies to bees only; yellow jackets, wasps and hornets don't lose their stingers.)
Queensland Poisons Information Centre Website: Bites & Stings Poisons Information Centre also provides information on bites and stings. First aid for bites and stings. General first aid for bites and stings http://www.health.qld.gov.au/PoisonsInformationCentre/bitesAndStings.htm
Dr. Koop - Insect Bites And Stings 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. http://www.drkoop.com/ency/93/000033.html
Extractions: Inside DrKoop News Archive Animations Health Videos Health Tools ... Newsletters Injury Disease Nutrition Poison ... Prevention Definition: 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: 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 shock Some spider bites, like those of the
PRODIGY Guidance - Insect Bites And Stings This guidance covers insect bites and stings, including bites from ticks and mites The incidence and prevalence of insect bites and stings is uncertain. http://www.prodigy.nhs.uk/guidance.asp?gt=Insect bites and stings
FamilyFun: First Aid Handbook: Bites And Stings An excerpt on first aid for bites and stings from the Disney Encyclopedia of Baby and Child Care. http://familyfun.go.com/parenting/child/health/firstaidguide/dony79hl_bite/
Extractions: Injuries from bites and stings range from trivial to fatal, depending upon the source of the bite and the child's response to it. For example, a bee sting is usually a minor, albeit painful, event. However, if the child is hypersensitive to bee venom, such a sting can result in a fatal anaphylactic response (see section on hypersensitivity and anaphylaxis). An animal or human bite not only can cause tissue damage, but it may also lead to a serious infection. Some bites, such as those of a tick or certain mosquitos, may be trivial themselves but can lead to serious illnesses such as Lyme disease, malaria or encephalitis if the insect is a vector (carrier) of the causative organism. HOW TO GIVE FIRST AID FOR ANIMAL BITES Human bites that have broken the skin are likely to cause infection if they are not treated because the human mouth is home to many types of microorganisms that can infect the wound. Clean the wound as described above, and consult your child's physician as soon as possible. Your child will probably need to be given antibiotics to ward off infection. HELPFUL TIPS
Extractions: Bites and Stings - Treatment and Prevention Mosquito bite Tick bite Snake Bite Bee Sting ... Marine Prevention Poison Offensive Defensive Anticoagulant Used By Snakes, Spiders, Jellyfish, some Lizards. Bees, Wasps, Scorpions, Stingrays. Mosquitoes, Ticks, Biting Flies, Sand Flies, Fleas, Chiggers. Used To Disable or kill a potential meal Discourage intruders from disturbing nests, hives or young, or for self-defense. To stop blood from clotting so the insect or arachnid can drink it. Effect on Human Dizziness; Difficulty Breathing; Swelling leading to pain; Tissue and/or nerve damage. Pain lasting a short time (usually 5 to 15 minutes); Swelling. Itching; Pain from tearing of the skin with mosquito and fly bites (ticks and chiggers don't cause pain because they insert their mouthparts so slowly). Seek Medical
