How do I recognize an allergy after a mosquito bite?

An allergy after a mosquito bite usually manifests itself only through local symptoms. Thus it comes to strong itching as well as to a clear swelling of the bite. The swelling can even become hand-sized in some cases if you have an allergic reaction. Also an overheating of the sting as well as a reddening are possible, because the body tries to fight the foreign substances with an inflammatory reaction. Unlike many other insect bites possible, there is normally no allergic reaction of the whole body, which can sometimes even be accompanied by shortness of breath and become life-threatening.

How do I recognize an infection after a mosquito bite?

An infection after a mosquito bite is usually caused by bacteria with which the mosquito was infected. Since other potential pathogens have entered the body in addition to saliva, an enhanced immune reaction occurs. The bite swells, becomes red and warm, and in addition to the itching, the bite may also cause pain. With this inflammatory reaction the body tries to fight the germs before they spread.

How do I recognize blood poisoning after a mosquito bite?

Blood poisoning (sepsis) after a mosquito bite usually occurs as a result of an infection. Therefore, the local inflammatory reaction occurs first, followed by the spread of the inflammation throughout the body, so that sometimes the redness from the bite migrates along the body. This also indicates sepsis. How to recognize sepsis: Symptoms of sepsis

Redness,
Swelling,
Overheating and
Pain.
Fever,
Chills and
A circulatory weakness can occur.

What is the best way to treat the swelling?

The swelling after a mosquito bite is best treated by cooling. A cold pack or an ice pack is usually sufficient for this. In addition, ointments, such as Fenistil®, can be applied to the bite.

This has a cooling effect on the one hand and an anti-inflammatory effect on the other. It also contains substances that help to contain an allergic reaction of the body. This not only reduces swelling, but also minimizes pain, itching and redness.

Common methods such as briefly pressing something warm onto the area immediately after the sting can also help. This brief heat destroys proteins contained in the mosquito saliva. This means that the body has less defence work to do.

Especially when the mosquito bite becomes somewhat inflamed, home remedies that contain this inflammation can be very helpful. Home remedies can counteract the swelling after a mosquito bite in two ways.

On the one hand, cooling wraps such as quark or cabbage wraps can be used. These have an analgesic effect and reduce itching and swelling.
Anti-inflammatory home remedies such as compresses with boiled ginger or apple vinegar also reduce swelling by limiting the body’s immune response.