A comprehensive guide to mosquito allergies, from causes and symptoms to effective treatments and hospital information!

Aren't the mosquitoes really vicious these days? 😅

They stick to you later than summer mosquitoes, and when they bite you, you'll be itchy all day long and have trouble sleeping.

However, if you are bitten by a mosquito and experience severe swelling, blisters, or even pus, it may not be a simple mosquito bite, but rather a mosquito allergy.

 

I once scratched all night and my skin was all torn off. That was when I first learned about allergies.

Today, I'll share my personal experience with you, covering everything from the causes of mosquito allergies to symptoms, treatment methods, and even tips for hospital visits.

 

 

What is mosquito allergy?

 

Mosquito allergy is an allergic reaction that goes beyond the usual itching reaction to a mosquito bite.

 

My body's immune system overreacts to the proteins in the mosquito's saliva, and it doesn't just end with a simple itch; in severe cases, the skin swells and even oozes fluid.

People who are physically sensitive like me may experience it more severely.

 

 

 

Main symptoms of mosquito allergy

 

Usually, it becomes red and itchy and then subsides after a few days, but if you have a mosquito allergy, the symptoms are different.

 

- The bitten area swells severely and feels hot.
- Blisters, blistering, and pus forming, spreading like a wound
- The itching is so bad that I keep scratching and my skin is torn off.
- In severe cases, systemic symptoms such as shortness of breath and dizziness may also occur.

 

The hardest part for me was not being able to sleep because the itching got worse, especially at night.

 

 

 

Causes of mosquito allergy

 

I was wondering why this reaction occurred, and it turned out to be due to an overreaction to the proteins in mosquito saliva.

However, there are individual differences; some people react only mildly, while others react severely.

 

- Family history or genetic factors
- People with weak immune systems, such as children or the elderly
- If the same area is bitten frequently, symptoms may become worse.

 

In other words, constitution and circumstances work together.

 

 

How to treat mosquito allergies

 

In my case, I managed it at home on days when the swelling was mild, but when it spread severely, I went to the hospital.

There are two main ways.

 

 

1. Mild cases (managed at home)
- Cool down with ice packs
- Apply antihistamine ointment
- Try not to scratch as much as possible (this is the hardest part 😭)

 

2. In severe cases (hospital treatment)
- Prescription of steroid ointment and allergy medication from a dermatologist
- Detailed examination at the allergy department
- If you have systemic symptoms, emergency treatment is required.

 

 

After I got a prescription from a dermatologist, my condition definitely got better.

 

 

Is it possible to cure mosquito allergy?

 

Unfortunately, a complete cure is not easy. Instead, management is important.

 

- Wear long clothes during mosquito season
- Apply mosquito repellent
- Apply medicine immediately if bitten
- Keep cool and don't scratch

 

Since I changed my habits, I'm having less trouble than before.

 

 

Mosquito Allergy Clinic Recommendations and Treatment Tips

 

If your symptoms are severe like mine, be sure to go to the hospital.

Children are especially more sensitive and can easily spread the virus.

 

- Dermatology: The most basic treatment
- Allergy: Recommended for recurrent and severe cases
- Pediatrics: Specializing in treating babies and children

 

The hospital also provides allergy tests, so you can find out for sure.

 

 

Conclusion: Mosquito Allergy Management Tips

 

These days, autumn mosquitoes are really poisonous.

If it's more than just itchy, remember that it may not be a simple mosquito bite but rather a mosquito allergy.

 

Before you ruin your skin by scratching all night like me, it's much better to take medicine in advance and go to the hospital when necessary.

 

To prevent small mosquito bites from becoming a major problem, make sure to take good care of yourself this fall 🙂

 

 

 

 

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