Blood poisoning caused by an inflamed insect bite
The colloquial term blood poisoning is used for two different clinical pictures in the vernacular. One is a clinical picture that affects the lymph vessels, the other an inflammatory reaction affecting the entire body, sepsis. Especially the inflammation of the lymphatic vessels in the body (lymphangitis) is a possible complication of an insect bite.
Overall, however, only very few insect bites lead to lymphangitis. The disease is caused by bacteria that cause the inflammation. The inflammation of the lymphatic vessels is noticeable by a painful red stripe under the skin.
By taking antibiotics, the cause of the inflammation can be treated well and the so-called “blood poisoning” can be treated. Sepsis can also be caused by an insect bite. However, the probability of this is extremely low.
It is a generalized inflammatory reaction, which is a life-threatening medical situation. Sepsis requires immediate medical attention in a hospital. Due to its location, the ankle is a common site for both insect bites and the development of inflammation.
To avoid inflammation at this location, rubbing against shoes or trousers should be avoided. Already existing inflammations should also be padded in order not to hinder healing by mechanical irritation. In the case of sore spots caused by an inflamed insect bite, the application of a dressing may be useful to protect the wound from external influences and dirt.
Inflamed insect bite during pregnancy
The treatment of an inflamed insect bite differs only slightly between pregnant women and other people. If a symptomatic therapy is not successful, it is recommended that some painkillers as well as many antibiotics should not be taken during pregnancy. However, an abscess caused by a bacterial inflammation should also be cleared out and treated with antibiotics during pregnancy.The treating doctor should be informed about the pregnancy because of the choice of the right medication.
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