Jimu news reporter Cao Yang
Recently, the topic of "cryptoptera" has caused heated discussion on the Internet, and many netizens have shared their painful experience of "encountering" cryptoptera, and have been diagnosed with cryptoptera dermatitis after seeking medical treatment. Doctors remind that if you find cryptoptera landing on the skin, do not easily slap it with your hands, the correct thing to do is to blow it away gently, or use other items to drive it away.
Cryptoptera is on the hot search
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Cryptopterynges love summer, don't flap, and be "gentle" when you encounter them.
What exactly is Cryptoptera? Today, Jimu News reporter interviewed Qin Li, deputy chief physician of the Department of Dermatology of Wuhan First Hospital. Qin Li introduced that cryptoptera is a small black flying insect, which is relatively high in the summer. It is most concentrated from June to September. At the same time, it has phototropism, generally speaking, outdoors or at night Cryptoptera will fly indoors, and after the insect body that stays on the skin is slapped or crushed, the strong acidic venom in the body will cause a skin irritation reaction, resulting in Cryptoptera dermatitis Therefore, when encountering this bug, it should not be slapped, and it should be gently blown away or shaken off.
Cryptoptera does not bite fatally, what should I do if I have Cryptoptera dermatitis?
Cryptoptera dermatitis is mainly manifested as erythema, papules, blisters, pustules, erosions, mild affected areas with burning pain and slight itching, severe local severe pain with fever, headache, nausea, vomiting and other systemic symptoms.
Qin Li, deputy chief physician of the Department of Dermatology of Wuhan First Hospital, said that cryptoptera does not bite people, although it causes skin irritation, but it is generally not fatal. If cryptoptera dermatitis occurs, the first thing to do is to wash the skin with soapy water as soon as possible, and after washing, apply the corresponding ointment. If there is no damage, you can wipe some safer drugs, such as astringents. If severe, you should seek medical attention immediately to avoid causing a bacterial infection.
How can I prevent Cryptoptera dermatitis?
Qin Li reminded that at night, you must close the doors and windows, and it is best to have screens. This can prevent bugs from flying indoors and reduce the chances of human contact with cryptoptera.
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