In most cases, home treatment is sufficient for insects, but some cases require quick and professional help. Life -threatening are allergic reactions, which are manifested by swelling of the respiratory tract, difficulty breathing or dizziness. In such cases, the adrenaline pen should be used immediately on the emergency call line. The emergency medical service Zamed pointed out.
- Insect sting often requires only simple home treatment.
- Life -threatening allergic reactions require an adrenaline pen.
- It is important to check that the sting remains in the skin.
- The wound should be cleaned with soap and water.
- Swelling and pain can be relieved by cooling and creams.
She explained that when insect bites, it is first important to check that the sting remained in the skin. “If it is visible, it should be carefully removed to prevent further ingress of poison into the body,” Says rescuer Patrik Brno. To minimize the risk of infection or subsequent inflammation, rescuers recommend cleaning the wound thoroughly with soap and water.
Mild swelling or pain at the point of sting is a common and natural reaction of the organism. Unpleasant manifestations can be relieved by simply cooling. “It is enough to put a cold compress from a refrigerator or freezer, ideally wrapped in the fabric to prevent the patient from causing frostbite,” Recommended Brno.
Local treatment will also bring relief from itching, redness or swelling. “Examples are topical creams that contain antihistamines, allergy medicines or total antihistamines in the form of tablets,” approached.
