Question 1

do diabetics get more mosquito bites than non diabetics?

Accepted Answer

No: However, diabetics may get more  frequent skin infections that resemble  insect bites. Most spiders  do not bite, and many patients who come to my office theink they have had an insect bite, but did not actually see the insect, and in reality have an infected skin lesion.

Question 2

do you get more mosquito bites if you have type 2 diabetes?

Accepted Answer

Sweet tooth?: There are some factors which increase mosquito assaults, (carbon dioxide, lactic acid) blood glucose is not on the list. 1 in 10 people are mosquito magnets. Some people are not as sensitive to the bites, so even though they get just as many, they brag about not getting bitten. With all the things mosquitoes carry (zika, malaria) it's a good idea to use repellant.

Question 3

does a lot of mosquito bites have to do with diabetes?

Accepted Answer

No: Mosquitos do not discriminate between people with and without diabetes.

Question 4

how can i get rid of a mosquito bite?

Accepted Answer

Mosquito Bites: Store aloe vera gel in refrigerator &amp; apply to affected area.  Rub basil leaf on bite. It repels mosquitoes &amp; has anti-inflammatory properties effect. Consider applying calamine lotion. Apply crushed ice or a cold pack.   A 1 to 1 mix of water &amp; baking soda is effective when applied to  lesions. You can take oral medications like Benadryl (diphenhydramine)  or Chlorpheniramine.

Question 5

can i get an infection from a mosquito bite?

Accepted Answer

Mosquito: Possible but not very likely once you have seen or felt it on your skin.

Question 6

is it possible to get aids from a mosquito bite?

Accepted Answer

No: Mosquitos do not carry the HIV virus, the virus that causes aids.

Question 7

how do you get rid of mosquito bite itch faster?

Accepted Answer

Mosquito bites: Ice applied immediately; take both otc antihistamine like Benadryl (diphenhydramine) or zyrtec & Claritin to block histamine release. Even zantac/axid/pepcid work on a histamine receptor & can help. Topical corticosteroid (use sparingly) can further calm itch & reaction. Prevention: insect repellants with deet. Make sure no stagnant standing , water around home (birdbaths, puddles, ponds, pet water dishes, old  tire.

Question 8

how to get rid of a mosquito bite the fastest way?

Accepted Answer

Apply some ice first: Then try some topical Hydrocortisone and/or Benadryl (diphenhydramine) cream.  Most of all, try not to scratch!

Question 9

how long does it take to get rid of mosquito bites?

Accepted Answer

It depends: The severity of your insect bite reaction will determine how quickly it heals.  Application of Hydrocortisone cream to the bites then covering it with a bandaid should help them to clear up within a week.

Question 10

which is the optimum solution to get rid of mosquito bites?

Accepted Answer

Soothe bites: Store aloe vera gel in the refrigerator and apply to affected area.  Rub a basil leaf on the bite. It repels mosquitoes & has anti-inflammatory properties effect. Consider applying calamine lotion. Apply crushed ice or a cold pack.   A 1 to 1 mix of water and baking soda is effective when applied to the lesions. You can take oral medications like Benadryl (diphenhydramine)  or chlorpheniramine.

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