Summers are all about being active, outdoorsy, and enthusiastic. But it’s also about a few bumps, scratches, and accidental falls if you have kids. And one can’t be too far from getting a bite or sting from ants and mosquitoes or bees. There are a few quick tips on what to do if you get bitten or stung. You can treat some of these issues yourself. Relief from pain and other measures work to some extent on bites, wasp and bee stings, and bug and mosquito bites. But if your child is severely allergic or if the sting or bite gets fatal it’s best to seek medical help and of course, call in pest control Brisbane service experts to eradicate the menace of pests permanently!
Insect Bites and Stings
These are common occurrences especially if your children play in open grounds and gardens. The usual symptoms of insect bites and stings are-
- Sharp pain or burning sensation around the area of the bite or sting
- White mark enveloped by a small inflammation
Usually, younger children react more to these stings and bites than older ones. Wear gloves when removing the insect that has stung or bitten your child. If the insect is dead, keep it to show your doctor for the right identification and treatment. Sometimes however things can get serious when anaphylaxis occurs and children develop a swollen tongue, breathing issues, and swollen throat or may even become unresponsive. Either lie the child down or keep them sitting and immediately call for an ambulance.
Different stings and bites, symptoms, remedies
Wasp and Bee
Wasp stings cause pain and swelling. Some children also get allergies. Usually, the symptoms subside but if the pain doesn’t go away, and your child develops blisters, hives, or ulcers, the infection seems to have spread and your child gets nausea, and stomach cramps. Fever, headache, or sweating, you need to call a doctor.
Paracetamol is suggested for subsiding mild pain. Also putting an ice pack on the affected area reduces swelling.
Things you can do for relief are after calling GP. Antihistamine tablets may be taken if the itching is intense and is disrupting your child’s sleep. Calamine lotion, menthol gels, or sprays can be soothing if applied. Giving your child a cooling bath can get relief and makes him feel refreshed. Using a mild corticosteroid cream may give relief. Cut your child’s name to prevent him from scratching the area that might spread infection. Usually, symptoms subside in a few days.
It is best to wear light-colored clothes. Avoid string perfumes if your kid is going outdoors. It is advisable to clean food and drinks spread in open picnics which attracts wasps. And try to keep fresh to avoid body odor. For heavy infestation in your yard do not wait and immediately call pest control Brisbane service experts.
Ants
Ants are common pests and their bites and sting cause’ a painful swollen lump and causes itching. If your child is allergic he might get anaphylaxis symptoms. These bites and stings do not require you to call in a doctor. But you need to consult a doctor if your child complains of pain, gets blisters and ulcers, there is pus and increasing pain and heat in the area and the child vomits and gets a headache. For anaphylaxis, symptoms call an ambulance. Meanwhile, you might give the child paracetamol to give relieve pain and swelling. Also, put an ice pack on the swelling.
Calamine lotion, any sprays with aluminum sulfate is effective. To avoid bites and stings your child should stay away from insect-prone areas and nets. He can use insect repellent and wear covered clothing when out. In case of severe ant infestation in your premises consider calling pest control Brisbane service specialists.
Fleas
Flea bite symptoms are usually in the form of small itchy markings on the legs and ankles of your child. This might be in other parts if your child was holding an animal. Flea bites can be mild but might need medical help if it causes the appearance of hives and ulcers and the pain is constant with pus formation coupled with symptoms like vomiting, stomach pain, and fever. Putting a cold pack can reduce the swollen area. To get relief for your child a cold bath helps and the application of mild corticosteroid ointment, and calamine lotion helps. Keeping the child distracted is also effective. Clipping your child’s nails can help avoid infection as it will prevent scratching. Symptoms subside in a week.
To prevent flea bites vacuum your rugs, floors, and carpets. Wash your bed linen. Treat your pets clean and treat them with insecticides. Also, restricting your child’s interaction with pets can help.
Mosquito
Symptoms among children of mosquitoes are many but it causes itchiness and skin bumps and swelling on the face if it’s a face bite. Medical help may be sought if your child develops widespread hives, ulcers,s, and blisters. If the pain persists it might also need a doctor’s help or if there is pus formation and the child feels unwell, gets stomach pain, sweating, and headache. To reduce the swelling applying a cold pack can be soothing. Also once you check with the doctor apply calamine lotion on your child’s bite area or give him a cooling bath. Using a net over your baby’s cot is a good practice to prevent mosquito bites. Avoid putting lights on indoors till windows and doors have been closed. You can also use mosquito screens on doors and windows. When going outdoors it is best to put children in light-colored clothes especially in summer when they are very active.
