Do you know Skeeter Syndrome?

I... haven't been diagnosed by a doctor, but... I think I have Skeeter Syndrome.

All the symptoms I experience when I get bitten by mosquitoes myself exactly match my symptoms of Skeeter Syndrome.

Skeeter Syndrome

Skeeter syndrome is a large local allergic reaction to mosquito bites marked by significant inflammation. If you have it, you’re allergic to substances in the mosquito’s saliva. Some people have so much swelling that they have trouble moving.

- my.clevelandclinic.org/health/diseases/23289-skeeter-syndrome

Symptoms of Skeeter Syndrome

It refers to the symptoms of allergic reactions when bitten by mosquitoes.

Once I get bitten by a mosquito, I have to go through all the symptoms below.

(By the way, my skin is very dry and sensitive.)

• Extremely itchy
• Aching so much that it hurts
• Swelling terribly
• Feverish
• Inflammation occurs occasionally
• Scabs form with pus
• Even if it subsides with compresses, it itches again and again when the time comes when I was bitten by a mosquito for about ten days
• Even though I try not to scratch it consciously, the places I touched are inevitably discolored
• By the end of summer, my arms and legs are stained with mosquito bites
• If it itches too badly and I have a fever, I have to apply or take antihistamines

Do you have the above symptoms when you get bitten by a mosquito?

If so! You're allergic to the substance (hirudin) in mosquito saliva.

Because of this, even when I lived in Australia, I saw a flying cockroach (not kidding, it was fatter than my index finger... -.-) I was just like, "Oh, it's big," but I would panic at the sound of a mosquito, "Eeeeng!"

My frantic efforts after a mosquito bite

There's nothing I haven't tried for mosquito bite treatment. To share the effects;

• Hot water or hot pack compress: It's hot while compressing, especially for children, there is a risk of burns
• Don't scratch, but tap with your nails in a cross (+) shape: It's important not to scratch, but it didn't have any effect
• Ice pack: This is a method I used to reduce swelling and heat
• Antihistamine ointment or oral medication: When it itches too much, it's better to apply ointment or take medicine
• Anti-inflammatory or antibiotic: When inflammation or pus came out and scabs started to form, I used this ointment

The power of collective intelligence!

Actually, all of the above methods are like after-the-fact treatments.

It's best not to get bitten, but can you control it?

When I thought there was no answer to mosquito bites, I recently read a brilliant article online.

The hirudin in mosquito saliva makes the bitten area of ​​the skin acidic, causing itchiness. Therefore, applying an alkaline substance like soap neutralizes the pH, so it doesn't itch!

How to apply soap to a mosquito bite

I am sharing a review after immediately putting it into practice in gratitude for sharing it.

It seems like it would be even better for pregnant women or children who are hesitant to use ointment when they get bitten by a mosquito.

"Immediately after getting bitten by a mosquito! Run to the nearest bathroom and wash it thoroughly with soapy water.

Just doing this is half the battle.

When the itchiness comes up repeatedly, rub soap thickly on the bitten area like you're applying cream."

Soap application review

How was it?

First, I am satisfied with the result. Hehe~

The immediate pH neutralizing effect was still effective even on areas that were already scratched and damaged.

I went for a night walk on the beach and got bitten three times. Every time it itched, I applied soap (it's convenient to apply the soap that remains in the soap box), and as soon as I applied it! The itchiness went away and I slept comfortably.

Amazingly, the bite marks fade away faintly after about a week.

Those who are like me will know right away.

The healing process is completely different.

I found out last year and experimented every time I got bitten by a mosquito, and it was a complete success.

I spent the summer with almost no scars on my legs. Oh my~~~~

Summer is back now.

I don't think I'll be as scared of the most poisonous mosquitoes anymore.

I have two bars of soap, you see. :D

Adding another stone to the collective intelligence

Mosquitoes and I, who have the original sin of not being able to synthesize energy on their own.

Even though I still get angry when I get bitten, now that I know how to save myself, I feel sorry for mosquitoes.

A life where you have to risk your life for one meal, or even to lay eggs...

Now I make cinnamon spray and spray it before going for a walk, and I definitely feel like fewer mosquitoes are coming near me.

I will experiment more with cinnamon spray and share the review : )

It's even better than having to apply medicine or buy something else to do it.

The more you share, the richer it gets, right?

When I shared it with my acquaintances, I got a new tip to prepare paper soap for outings.

If you've been bitten by a mosquito, be sure to try it, and let's share our experimental reviews.

Still, the best thing is to avoid mosquitoes. Go away, go away~