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Results 1 - 10 of 19 for "bite," insect OR Staphylococcal infection
  1. Insect Bites and Stings (National Library of Medicine)  
    ... may be at risk for malaria and other infections. To prevent insect bites and their complications: Don't bother insects Use ...
    https://medlineplus.gov/insectbitesandstings.html - Health Topics
  2. Skin Conditions (National Library of Medicine)  
    ... red and sometimes itchy bumps on your skin Insect bites Psoriasis, which causes itchy, scaly red patches Skin cancer Skin infections How can I keep my skin healthy? Since ...
    https://medlineplus.gov/skinconditions.html - Health Topics
  3. Shock (National Library of Medicine)  
    ... and/or diarrhea. Septic shock is caused by infections in the bloodstream. A severe allergic reaction can cause anaphylactic shock. An insect bite or sting might cause it. Cardiogenic shock happens ...
    https://medlineplus.gov/shock.html - Health Topics
  4. Viral Infections (National Library of Medicine)  
    ... You may be able to prevent some viral infections by: Proper hand washing. Paying attention to food safety. Cleaning surfaces that may be infected with germs. Avoiding contact with wild animals. Preventing insect bites by using insect repellent when you go outdoors. ...
    https://medlineplus.gov/viralinfections.html - Health Topics
  5. Leishmaniasis (National Library of Medicine)  
    ... disease is to protect yourself from sand fly bites: Stay indoors from dusk to dawn, when sand flies are the most active Wear long pants and long-sleeved shirts when outside Use insect repellent and bed nets as needed Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
    https://medlineplus.gov/leishmaniasis.html - Health Topics
  6. Zika Virus (National Library of Medicine)  
    ... You should also be careful to prevent mosquito bites: Use insect repellent Wear clothes that cover your arms, legs, and feet Stay in places that have air conditioning or that use window and door screens Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
    https://medlineplus.gov/zikavirus.html - Health Topics
  7. West Nile Virus (National Library of Medicine)  
    ... way to avoid WNV is to prevent mosquito bites: Use insect repellent Get rid of mosquito breeding sites by emptying standing water from flower pots, buckets or barrels Stay indoors between dusk and dawn, when mosquitoes are most active Use screens on windows to keep mosquitoes out
    https://medlineplus.gov/westnilevirus.html - Health Topics
  8. Dengue (National Library of Medicine)  
    ... can also help prevent dengue by avoiding mosquito bites: Wear insect repellent ... doors and windows. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
    https://medlineplus.gov/dengue.html - Health Topics
  9. Impetigo (National Library of Medicine)  
    Impetigo is a skin infection caused by bacteria. It is usually caused by ... sores surrounded by red skin. These sores can be anywhere, but usually they ...
    https://medlineplus.gov/impetigo.html - Health Topics
  10. Lyme Disease (National Library of Medicine)  
    ... is Lyme disease? Lyme disease is a bacterial infection you get from the bite of an infected tick. At first, Lyme disease ... should lower your risk of getting a tick bite: Avoid areas where ticks live, such as ... an insect repellent with DEET Treat your clothing and gear ...
    https://medlineplus.gov/lymedisease.html - Health Topics
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