In addition to high temperatures in summer, mosquito bites also make many people restless. Which people are more susceptible to mosquitoes? What should I do after being bitten by mosquitoes?
Who is more susceptible to mosquitoes?
Mosquito detection and target localization mainly rely on factors such as carbon dioxide, heat, and volatile chemicals. Therefore, these types of people may be more susceptible to mosquitoes:
One is people who emit more carbon dioxide. Such as pregnant women and children with large lung capacity, overweight individuals, and relatively active metabolism; After drinking alcohol and exercising, the amount of carbon dioxide emitted will also increase. These people are more likely to be targets of mosquitoes.
The second is people with well-developed sweat glands and high body temperature. These people love to sweat and excrete odorous lactic acid or other substances on the surface of their skin, which can attract mosquitoes.
Thirdly, people who love to wear makeup are also more likely to be bitten by mosquitoes. Because flower scented cosmetics such as perfume and face cream may also contain chemicals that attract mosquitoes.
In addition, wearing dark colored clothes such as black and red is more likely to attract the attention of mosquitoes.
How to prevent mosquitoes correctly?
To do a good job in mosquito prevention at home, the first choice is to install screen windows, screen doors, etc; Secondly, use mosquito repellent and insect repellent products correctly. People with allergies and children under 2 years old are not recommended to use mosquito repellent or mosquito repellent containing toilet water.
If accidentally bitten by mosquitoes, you can apply cooling oil, wind oil essence, and other anti itching and anti-inflammatory agents externally. If there is local swelling, infection, or even fever or rash, it is necessary to seek medical attention promptly.
Source: CCTV Finance