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Results 1 - 10 of 20 for "bite," insect
  1. Insect Bites and Stings (National Library of Medicine)  
    ... fire ant bites usually hurt. Mosquito and flea bites usually itch. Insects can also spread diseases. In the United States, ... 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. Viral Infections (National Library of Medicine)  
    ... germs. Avoiding contact with wild animals. Preventing insect bites by using insect repellent when you go outdoors. If you travel ... that has a high risk of diseases from insect bites, also wear long pants, shirts, and socks. Practicing ...
    https://medlineplus.gov/viralinfections.html - Health Topics
  3. Mosquito Bites (National Library of Medicine)  
    ... Zika in the southern United States. Can mosquito bites be prevented? Use an insect repellent when you go outdoors. Choose an Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)-registered insect repellent. They are evaluated to make sure ... Mosquitoes may bite through thin fabric, so spray thin clothes with ...
    https://medlineplus.gov/mosquitobites.html - Health Topics
  4. Skin Conditions (National Library of Medicine)  
    ... red and sometimes itchy bumps on your skin Insect bites Psoriasis, which causes itchy, scaly red patches Skin ... and pants and use insect repellant to prevent insect bites. Prevent sunburn by covering up and using sunscreen ...
    https://medlineplus.gov/skinconditions.html - Health Topics
  5. 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
  6. Dengue (National Library of Medicine)  
    ... can also help prevent dengue by avoiding mosquito bites: Wear insect repellent with DEET or another U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)-registered insect repellent. Make sure to follow the instructions for using the ... doors and windows. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
    https://medlineplus.gov/dengue.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 ...
    https://medlineplus.gov/westnilevirus.html - Health Topics
  8. Impetigo (National Library of Medicine)  
    ... the skin, such as a cut, scratch, or insect bite. Symptoms start with red or pimple-like sores ...
    https://medlineplus.gov/impetigo.html - Health Topics
  9. Shock (National Library of Medicine)  
    ... 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
  10. Itching (National Library of Medicine)  
    ... Some common causes are: Allergic reactions to food, insect bites, pollen, and medicines Skin conditions such as eczema, ...
    https://medlineplus.gov/itching.html - Health Topics
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