What to do if bitten by a horsefly

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If a severe allergy develops, you need to act urgently.

Horseflies are flying insects, the males of which feed on the nectar of flowers, and the females are blood-sucking. They inhabit everywhere, and are most active in sunny and warm weather. These insects can attack animals and humans.

Usually, after a horsefly bite, you should not panic, it will hurt and pass. Medical help is needed only in exceptional situations.

What happens when a horsefly bites

Insect saliva contains W. Hemmer, F. WantkeInsect. Insect hypersensitivity beyond bee and wasp venom allergy / Allergologie Select proteins that trigger an immune response. Therefore, a red itchy spot, blister and swelling appear at the site of the bite. Sometimes symptoms appear immediately, but sometimes they occur after a few hours. Usually everything goes through Insect bites and stings / NHS within 2-3 days.

What to do after a horsefly bite

Most often, you can deal with the problem yourself. Try Insect bites and stings / NHS:

• wash the bite site with soap and water;
• Apply a cold cloth compress or ice pack
• do not scratch or scratch the blister, otherwise you can bring an infection there;
• take an over-the-counter pain reliever to relieve discomfort
• drink an anti-allergic drug to help relieve itching.

A doctor's help may be needed if a horsefly has bitten a person by the throat, mouth, or near the eye. You also need to consult a doctor when the swelling and itching do not go away for several days or get worse, around the bite within a radius of 10 centimeters and more redness or swelling appears. See a specialist if blood or pus is leaking from the wound, lymph nodes are swollen, or your symptoms resemble the flu.

When urgent help is needed

Occasionally, after an insect bite, a severe allergic reaction develops. Call an ambulance if you notice these Insect bites and stings / NHS symptoms:

• Difficulty breathing or wheezing
• swollen face, mouth, or throat;
• feeling unwell, nausea;
• dizziness or weakness;
• cardiopalmus;
• difficulty swallowing;
• sudden loss of consciousness.

How to avoid horsefly bites

To do this, follow the simple rules of Avoid bug bites / Centers for Disease Control and Prevention:

• Wear long sleeves and pants when going outdoors.
• Treat clothing with insect repellants.
• Cover windows and doors with mosquito nets.