DANGERS OF MOSQUITO BITES

DANGERS OF MOSQUITO BITES 

* DISEASE TRANSMISSION 

Mosquitoes are vectors for several dangerous diseases, including:

Malaria – Caused by Plasmodium parasites, leading to fever, chills, and severe complications.

Dengue Fever – A viral infection that can cause high fever, severe body pain, and in extreme cases, hemorrhagic fever.

Yellow Fever – A potentially fatal viral disease affecting the liver and kidneys.

* ALLERGIC REACTIONS 

Some individuals may experience more severe reactions to mosquito bites, including swelling, redness, and blistering. In rare cases, mosquito saliva can trigger an anaphylactic reaction.

* SKIN INFECTIONS 

Excessive scratching of mosquito bites can break the skin, leading to bacterial infections like impetigo or cellulitis.

* SECONDARY COMPLICATIONS 

For people with weakened immune systems, mosquito-borne diseases can be life-threatening, leading to complications like organ failure, internal bleeding, or neurological damage.