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What sort of problem can come from an ant bite?
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Easy question: Ant stings are a cutaneous condition caused by stinging (as distinct from biting) venomous ants, always painful, but most painful when involving fire ants.[1].
Answered 12/31/2022
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A tropical fire ant: Sting injects solenopsin - an alkaloid venom. This leads to a welt which can become fairly swollen & then a sterile pustule. The stings are definitely painful. About 15% of people have fire ant sting allergies. The sxs may be mild or could be more severe w hives, swelling (mouth, tongue, lips), nausea, chest pain, difficulty breathing, dizziness or shock. In extremely rare situations there have.
Answered 9/21/2016
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It would depend: on the species of ant. Anything from minimal reaction to extreme pain and possible ulceration. Consult your doctor.
Answered 1/18/2018
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