Insect Bites And Stings Table of Contents Conditions Insect bites and stings, per cup. Place in spray bottle and chill. Spray on stings and bites to relieve itching. http://www.umm.edu/altmed/ConsConditions/InsectBitesandStingscc.html
Extractions: Home Medical Reference Alternative / Complementary Medicine ... Conditions Insect Bites and Stings Also Listed As: Signs and Symptoms What Causes It? What to Expect at Your Provider's Office Treatment Options ... Supporting Research Insect bites can cause an allergic reaction. More people have allergic reactions to stinging insects than to biting insects. Signs and Symptoms What Causes It? Stinging insects include bumblebees, yellow jackets, hornets, wasps, and fire and harvester ants. Biting insects include conenose bugs, mosquitoes, horseflies, deerflies, spiders, bedbugs, and black flies. What to Expect at Your Provider's Office Your health care provider will determine if you are having, or are at risk of having a serious allergic reaction. If you are having an allergic reaction, your provider will give you drugs to stop it. When you feel better, you may have a series of shots to prevent a strong reaction if you are bitten again.
Extractions: AllRefer Channels :: Yellow Pages Reference Health Home ... Contact Us Quick Jump Allergic Reactions Animal Bites Anterior Knee Pain ACL Injury Bleeding Broken Nose Burns Choking/Heimlich Maneuver CPR Dental Injuries Drug Abuse First Aid Ear Emergency Eye Emergency Fracture Frostbite Genital Injury Head Injury Heart Attack First Aid Heat Emergencies Insect bites or Stings Meniscus Tear Poisoning First Aid Sprains Sunburn First Aid Tick Bite Wounds 60+ More Injury Topics Alternative Medicine Health News Symptoms Guide Special Topics ... Medical Encyclopedia Go To Main Page Alternate Names : 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 Insect Bites and Stings: First Aid For emergencies (severe reactions): Check the person's airway, breathing, and pulse. If necessary, begin rescue breathing and
First Aid - Page 16 - Bites And Stings. How to treat the different types of bites and stings. this page includes information about insect bites, snake bites, the cane toad and tick paralysis. http://www.petalert.com.au/faid/fa16.php
Extractions: Bites and stings can be dangerous to your pet due to the venom injected or because your pet is allergic to it. Initial treatment is to apply a special type of bandage - Pressure Immobilization. However most of our pets are bitten on the mouth or around the head and rarely is the bite visible. Pressure immobilization is used for the management of snake bites, spider bites and where allergic reactions are occurring. Apply a crepe or conforming bandage over the bitten area and around the limb. Use pantyhose or other material if no bandage is available.
Insect Bites And Stings - Medicinal Herbs Online Herbal Glossary Medicinal Glossary Herbal Preparations. Insect bites and stings. Preventing the stings or bites is far preferable than a remedy. Back to Top. http://www.egregore.com/diseases/insectbitesstings.html
Extractions: Bibliography Bees, bumblebees, wasps, hornets, fire ants, yellow jackets, ticks, mosquitoes, chigger bites, etc., The stings may cause an allergic reaction, sometimes resulting in death. This reaction is known as an insect venom allergy. The problem is not with an allergy to the insect but with the venom. Back to Top Difficulty in swallowing, hoarseness, labored breathing, weakness, confusion, severe swelling, and feeling of panic. A more severe reaction results in the closing of the airway and/or shock (cyanosis and a drop in blood pressure), producing unconsciousness. In the case of tick bites, Rocky Mountain spotted fever or Lyme disease may be carried by the ticks. Just as mosquitoes carry malaria. Preventing the stings or bites is far preferable than a remedy.
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Bites And Stings bites and stings. Definition. Anaphylaxis A lifethreatening allergic reaction occurring in persons hypersensitive to bites and stings. http://www.healthatoz.com/healthatoz/Atoz/ency/bites_and_stings.html
Extractions: Encyclopedia Index B Home Encyclopedia Encyclopedia Index B Bites and stings Definition Humans can be injured by the bites or stings of many kinds of animals, including mammals such as dogs, cats, and fellow humans; arthropods such as spiders, bees, and wasps; snakes; and marine animals such as jellyfish and stingrays. Description Mammals DOGS 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 dog bites not requiring medical attention occurred in the United States that year, versus 757,000 that did require medical treatment. Studies also show that most dog bites are from pets or other dogs known to the bitten person, that males are more likely than females to be bitten, and that children face a greater risk than adults. Each year, about 10-20 Americans, mostly children under 10 years of age, are killed by dogs. Dog bites result in an estimated 340,000 emergency-room visits annually throughout the United States. More than half of the bites seen by emergency departments occur at home. Children under 10 years old, especially boys between 5 and 9 years of age, are more likely than older people to visit an emergency room for bite treatment. 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 people seeking treatment in emergency rooms were of "low severity," and most were treated and released without being admitted to hospital or sent to another facility. Many of the bites resulted from people attempting to break up fights between animals.
Extractions: Peer Review Status: Internally Peer Reviewed Mechanisms of Injury Children may be at increased risk for severe reactions to stings and envenomations due to an increased dose of venom per kg. There are several mechanisms for the toxic effects of bites and stings: Immunologic, including IgE mediated anaphylaxis and serum sickness (Ab-Ag complex). Hemotoxic Neurotoxic Most venoms are toxic due to a combination of the above factors Purveyors of Venom Snakes Several different types of snakes must be differentiated due to the varying effects of their venoms. Pit Vipers These account for the majority of significant envenomations in the United States. Included are Rattlesnakes (60%) Water moccasins: Copperheads (30%) Cottonmouths (10%) Many rattlesnake bites are provoked and thus involve the upper extremities Pit viper venom is voluntarily injected by venom gland contraction. It generally contains digestive enzymes. Depending on the species there may be other components. The Mojave rattlesnake makes Mojave "toxin", a neurotoxin which may lead to paralysis and respiratory arrest. There may be varying hemotoxins which profoundly decrease platelet and clotting factors. Treatment First Aid Management Initiate BLS as necessary (ABCs) Move the patient to a health care facility as rapidly as possible Minimize movement of an affected extremity and keep the extremity below the level of the heart
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
Extractions: Earl D. Kemp, MD VOL 103 / NO 6 / JUNE 1998 / POSTGRADUATE MEDICINE This page is best viewed with a browser that supports tables This is the first of four articles on summer emergencies Preview : As the cold, wet conditions of winter give way to the pleasant weather of spring and summer, we Homosapiens venture out of our "dens" for increasingly extended periods of the day and night. Many of the creeping and flying creatures we encounter outdoors consider our species to be a source of food or a threat to safety. The result is often bites and stings. Primary care physicians must be able to accurately identify the source of such wounds and treat the victim appropriately. Dr Kemp reviews arthropods commonly seen in the United States, and he discusses management of bites and reactions to them, some of which can be severe. P rimary care physicians may well be patients' most important resource concerning the many arthropods found in this country and the wounds they can inflict. Physicians can assist in easing patients' immediate discomfort, manage serious reactions, and teach prevention. Fortunately, the type of reaction generated by a bite or sting often helps identify the species involved and the typical course that follows. Both of these factors are important in selecting treatment. Wasps, bees, and certain ants use their weapon, a modified ovipositor, to protect themselves and the colony. Most species do so in a somewhat predictable manner, but others (notably, yellow jackets) may attack without apparent provocation. The circumstances, number, and pattern of stings are helpful clues in identifying the species. Of course, an individual insect of any group may sting if injured or threatened. In temperate climates, stings may occur during any warm month, but their numbers peak in August (1).
Bug Identification: Bites And Stings Most insect bites and stings are considered minor, causing pain, swelling, and itchiness. People have different sensitivities to bites and stings. http://www.landcareresearch.co.nz/research/biodiversity/invertebratesprog/invert
Extractions: Two potentially life-threatening instances are poisonous spiderbites and particular sensitivity and allergy to bites or stings. In both cases medical advice should be sought. Very young children and the elderly are the most at risk. The only poisonous spiders in New Zealand are the katipo and the closely related Australian red-back spider, which is found in some areas. Antivenom to these spider bites is available at hospitals and health centres. If possible, catch the spider responsible, so that it can be positively identified. There have been no deaths attributed to spider bites in New Zealand for many years.
Bites And Stings Bites Stings. Preventing bites and stings see page 336; Note proper use of repellent page 336; Humane society guidelins page 337. Some links may be outdated. http://www.acs.csulb.edu/~emyrw/kpe210/bitesnstings.html
Extractions: Factors that influence signs and symptoms of a bite or sting Less severe stings may trigger the following signs and symptoms Bite mark @ point of injection Stinger, tentacle or venom sac Redness around entry site Swelling around entry site Pain at or around entry site Insects: Oregon Health Sciences University http://www.ohsu.edu/cliniweb/C21/C21.613.127.html Ticks: Rocky Mountain spotted fever (RMSF) How transmitted: Wood tick or dog tick to Humans Symptoms: Spotted rash (after infection) Wrists and Ankle rash. Fever, chills, servere headache, joint and muscle aches. 20% DIE Lyme Disease (borreliosis) AMERICAN LYME DISEASE FOUNDATION How transmitted: Tick attached to field mice or deer. Location (beaches and in wooded and grassy areas) Deer ticks really small Risk greatest in May - July Symptoms: days or weeks later; Small red area. Spreads up to 6-8 inches. Bullseye effect (lighter center) or Bruised look with darker skin colors.
Extractions: Web Directory: Arizona Poison and Drug Information Center: Venomous Critters Information on many types of venomous animals, with recommended first aid tips for bites. Bites and Stings Introduction and guide from the City of Phoenix, Arizona on snake, insect, gila monster and africanized honey bee bites.
Bites And Stings MAIN SEARCH INDEX. bites and stings. Terms Anaphylaxis. A lifethreatening allergic reaction occurring in persons hypersensitive to bites and stings. Antibiotics. http://www.ehendrick.org/healthy/000204.htm
Extractions: Profile and top views of typically nonpoisonous and poisonous snakes. Characteristic triangular head and pits on the side of the head are indicative of poisonous pit vipers found in the United States. (Illustration by Argosy Inc.) Types of spiders and insects that bite and sting. (Illustration by Argosy Inc.) Humans can be injured by the bites or stings of many kinds of animals, including mammals such as dogs, cats, and fellow humans; arthropods such as spiders, bees, and wasps; snakes; and marine animals such as jellyfish and stingrays. Mammals DOGS 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 dog bites not requiring medical attention occurred in the United States that year, versus 757,000 that did require medical treatment. Studies also show that most dog bites are from pets or other dogs known to the bitten person, that males are more likely than females to be bitten, and that children face a greater risk than adults. Each year, about 10-20 Americans, mostly children under 10 years of age, are killed by dogs. Dog bites result in an estimated 340,000 emergency-room visits annually throughout the United States. More than half of the bites seen by emergency departments occur at home. Children under 10 years old, especially boys between 5 and 9 years of age, are more likely than older people to visit an emergency room for bite treatment. 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 people seeking treatment in emergency rooms were of "low severity," and most were treated and released without being admitted to hospital or sent to another facility. Many of the bites resulted from people attempting to break up fights between animals.
Insect Bites And Stings And Spider Bites: Topic Overview Insect bites and stings and Spider Bites. Topic Overview. Insect Some people have more severe reactions to bites or stings. Infants http://www.meritcare.com/hwdb/showTopic.asp?pd_hwid=hw95886
Victorian Poisons Information Centre : Bites & Stings Bites stings. First aid for snake bite in Australia with notes on first aid for bites and stings by other Australian venomous creatures. http://www.rch.org.au/poisons/stings.cfm
Extractions: WCH Royal Children's Hospital Division of Medicine Pharmacy ... Pressure-Immobilisation Technique Sutherland SK, Tibballs J. Australian animal toxins. Melbourne: Oxford University Press; 2001. Williamson JA, Fenner PJ, Burnett JW, Rifkin JF. Venomous and poisonous marine animals: a medical and biological handbook. Sydney: University of New South Wales Press; 1996. Sutherland SK, Sutherland J. Venomous creatures of Australia: a field guide with notes on first aid. Oxford University Press: Melbourne; 1999.
Extractions: feedback sitemap kids health your baby`s development ... Bites and stings This fact sheet provides information on the basic treatment of venomous bites and stings in Australia. For more information about how to manage bites and stings contact the: Poisons Information Centre Tel: 13 11 26 Many different types of spiders in Australia bite people. Many bites cause a reaction on the part of the body that is bitten. The only poisonous species known in Australia are the Red Back Spider and the Funnel Web Spider. Red Back Spider A stinging feeling will be followed with swelling and pain.
Bites And Stings bites and stings. Dr Fenner s research interests include jellyfish and other venomous marine creatures and in particular marine stings and bites. http://omni.ac.uk/browse/mesh/C0005659L0005659.html
Extractions: low graphics broader: Poisoning Wounds and Injuries other: Abdominal Injuries Allergens Arm Injuries Arsenic Poisoning ... Wound Infection narrower: Insect Bites and Stings Marine-medic.com Marine-medic.com is compiled by Dr Peter Fenner, an Honorary National Medical Officer for Surf Life Saving Australia. Dr Fenner's research interests include jellyfish and other venomous marine creatures and in particular marine stings and bites. This resource provides information on simple marine biology which contains information on common jellyfish and how they sting their victims, a medical section covers different jellyfish species and focuses on envenomation, fatalities, first aid and the medical treatment of jellyfish stings. Also discussed are marine creatures such as the blue-ringed octupus, sea snakes, cone shell, stingray, and stonefish. First aid advice, a glossary of terms and Dr Fenner's published articles are all accessible from this Web site. Dr Fenner is also an adviser on marine envenomation for the WHO, AMA, and the Australian Poisons Information Centres. Marine Toxins / poisoning Marine Biology First Aid / methods Bites and Stings ... Tips to remember : stinging insect allergy Taken from a patient information pamphlet published by the American Academy of Allergy and Immunology, this document discusses the allergic reactions to insect stings. It covers the symptoms, how to identify stinging insects, preventing and treating stings, and when to consult an allergist. The leaflet is also available in Spanish.
Insect Bites And Stings Insect bites and stings. broader bites and stings. Insect bites and stings. Allergy. A series of patientoriented documents on the http://omni.ac.uk/browse/mesh/C0021568L0021568.html
Extractions: low graphics Insect Bites and Stings Insect Bites and Stings / therapy broader: Bites and Stings Allergy A series of patient-oriented documents on the subject of allergies covering allergens, triggers of allergy attacks eg - animals, chemical sensitivity, dust and dust mites, food, insect stings, mold, pollen, poison ivy; symptomatic conditions of allergy, such as asthmatic symptoms, rhinitis, dermatitis; diagnostic procedures and treatment. Published on the web by Loyola University Health System. Patient Education Insect Bites and Stings Hypersensitivity Hay Fever ... Allergies to house dust mites This interactive tutorial on allergies to house dust mites has been produced by the Patient Education Institute, and made available on the Web by the National Library of Medicine MEDLINEplus service. The tutorial provides background information on allergies and allergens, detailed information on house dust mites and how to control them, and available medications for treating allergy symptoms. Viewing this tutorial requires Flash plug-in. Teaching Materials Patient Education Insect Bites and Stings Dust ... Prodigy guidance : insect bites and stings This clinical guidance on insect bites and stings, including bites from ticks and mites, is produced and made available by Prodigy. Prodigy is a project that aims to support GPs during a patient consultation, and is funded by the Department of Health (DH) and developed by the Sowerby Centre for Health Informatics at Newcastle (SCHIN). This guidance was last revised in February 2004.
Insect Bites And Stings In Children - Keep Kids Healthy Insect bites and stings. Unless your child has an allergy, most insect bites and stings cause minor redness, swelling and itching. http://www.keepkidshealthy.com/welcome/firstaid/insectbites.html
Extractions: Main First Aid Insect Bites and Stings Insect Bites and Stings Unless your child has an allergy, most insect bites and stings cause minor redness, swelling and itching. If you can see the stinger in your child's skin, you should use a dull blade or credit card to scrape it out. Avoid pinching it out, since this can inject more venom into the wound. If your child was stung by a poisonous spider, snake or if he is having an allergic reaction, you should call your doctor or activate your local emergency medical services for further treatment.
IHC KidsCare Online - Bites & Stings IHC Home Contact IHC. IHC KidsCare Online / bites and stings. Bites Stings. Print Version Print this page Change Font Size Change Font Size. http://www.ihc.com/xp/ihc/kidscare/bitesstings/
