Insect bites. Medical care for a child

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Insect bites. Medical care for a child

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Character stings of bees, wasps and bumblebees largely similar. The poisons of these insects can cause allergic reactions in humans. In addition, they have a toxic effect on the nervous system.

Especially dangerous are bites in the region of the windpipe, which can happen when an insect is accidentally inhaled or swallowed. So try to take precautions. In summer, when many different insects fly, you should not drink directly from bottles, it is better to pour the drink into a cup and carefully examine the contents. When there are wasps, bees and bumblebees, you should not eat watermelons and other sweet berries.

Symptoms of bee and wasp stings

Pain, skin redness, swelling with a diameter of 2,5-5 cm, which disappear within 24-48 hours after the sting - this is a mild reaction. Rash (sometimes with blisters and itching), cough, malaise, dizziness, nausea, joint pain, fever (sometimes to high numbers), respiratory failure - a severe allergic reaction that occurs immediately after a sting.

When to see a doctor

If the child is having difficulty breathing, call emergency services.

If your child has a rash, see a doctor.

First aid

1. In case of general malaise, give the child an antiallergic drug: suprastin, pipolfen, claritin or another (according to the instructions attached to the drug).

2. Watch your breathing and pulse. Take resuscitation measures if necessary.

3. If your child is stung by a common honey bee, remove the stinger. If the sting cannot be grasped with your fingers, try gently removing it with tweezers. If the sting is deep and cannot be pulled out, seek the advice of a doctor.

4. Wash the affected area with warm soapy water or treat with any antiseptic (vodka, cologne, etc.). The bite can be lubricated with any anti-itch and anti-allergic ointment (for example, such as fenestilgel), which will relieve pain and reduce swelling.

5. Apply a cold compress or a clean, damp bandage to the affected area to reduce pain and swelling.

6. Give your child more warm drinks.

7. Watch for possible signs of infection (increasing redness, swelling, pain) for 24-48 hours. If there are signs of infection, call a doctor or take the child to an emergency room.

Author: Basharova N.A.

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