The Institute of Dermatology said that insect bite allergy is a disease that people in general may encounter due to the large number of insects that are widely distributed. Most symptoms are red bumps that will disappear on their own within about 5-10 days. However, in some cases where there is an allergic reaction, they should see a doctor immediately to receive proper diagnosis and treatment.
Dr. Sakarn Bunnag, Deputy Director-General of the Department of Medical Services, said that insects are considered the most widely distributed animals in the world. It is very unlikely that a person will ever be bitten by an insect in their life. Since there are so many insects, it is impossible to know which insects are dangerous. Some insects can release substances that cause skin inflammation or may become more severe as cell inflammation. For example, social insects such as ants and bees are examples of social animals that are most easily found. They live together in large colonies and can be found in various pla
ces, whether in buildings, houses, parks, or forests.
Dr. Weerawat Ukranant, Director of the Institute of Dermatology, said that there are many ways to prevent dangers from insects, such as wearing long-sleeved shirts and pants, and using creams or sprays to prevent insect bites. In some cases, if bitten by an insect, it may cause pathological conditions. The pieces of flesh at the insect bite site are usually dead tissue on the upper layer of the skin, causing the rash to have black spots in the middle and inflamed cells. Diseases in this group often go deep into the dermis, causing these lesions to turn black when healed.
Dr. Tanongkiat Thientaworn, a specialist at the Institute of Dermatology, added that the rash is a red bump, 2-8 millimeters in size, in groups or spread all over the body, with itching. It usually heals on its own within 5-10 days. In some cases, the symptoms are severe, similar to hives, called papular urticaria, which is often found in patients with underlying allergies. In cases with
severe symptoms, treatment may be required. Insect bite rashes are not caused by infection, but rather by inflammation under the skin. Most treatments focus on treating the symptoms to reduce itching, or in cases of inflamed bumps, steroids can be used. In severe cases, oral steroids may also be given. If not treated early, excessive scratching can cause secondary bacterial infections in the dermis. Treatment requires topical and oral antibiotics. Treatment with antibiotics must be diagnosed by a specialist every time.
Source: Thai News Agency