Constantly Stung By Mosquitoes? Some Children Are Affected More Often!

You go for a little walk and you can not fail to notice it. Why do all other children seem to be able to play and be outside without being attacked by mosquitoes? Why is my son or daughter constantly bitten by mosquitoes, when others are not? This is a very good question, and we have found out the answer below.

Mosquitoes are very active insects especially when it is hot. During the summer, it is very common to get stung by them. This is a real concern for parents, especially if you are on vacation.

Unfortunately, children are a coveted prey for mosquitoes. They often use outdoor activities to look for their “prey”.

As we said before, you may have noticed that your child is often swarmed with mosquitoes and always gets a whole set of mosquito bites because these creatures seem to stay away from others. Well, it is quite possible that your child is a favorite among these annoying insects.

It may not exist in the mental world that mosquitoes can actually have a predilection for some people for several reasons. Here we will explain the most common:

Why does my son or daughter always get stung by mosquitoes?

First of all, it is important to know the reasons why your child is a mosquito favorite. You will then be able to reduce the risk of being stung by mosquitoes.

Blood type

Having a certain blood type is one of the biggest causes of frequent mosquito bites. When mosquitoes bite, they, like you, have their preferences. When choosing a meal, they tend to take people with blood type O.

Their second choice is people with blood group B.  People with blood group A are lucky and they only get stabbed half as often as those with blood group O.

How then can a mosquito know our blood type? Depending on our blood type, we may have different saccharides and sugars that are excreted through the skin, and these can be used as chemical signals for mosquitoes. This is what tells them what blood type we have.

Physical activity

Mosquitoes are often attracted to heat, and when it plays outside, a child’s body emits heat. However, this is not the only thing they are attracted to during our physical activity: they are also attracted to sweat.

During play, natural substances such as lactic acid, uric acid and ammonia come out in a child’s sweat. These are perceived by mosquitoes from a distance and they attract them.

It’s not just about hygiene. Genetics plays an important factor, and will determine how much of these substances their bodies will naturally excrete through their sweat.

Skin bacteria

A large number of bacterial species live naturally on our skin. Some species, such as Staphylococcus epidermidis , can attract mosquitoes. However, bacteria do not always work against us.

There are other bacteria called Pseudomonas aeruginosa that seem to have the opposite effect to the above. They actually keep these insects away.

This interaction between attracting and repelling mosquitoes from our skin bacteria causes them to bite us more in certain specific areas such as our ankles. This is where we have the largest concentration of bacteria.

Clothes

Mosquitoes are not only controlled by smell, they are also controlled by an easily accessible target. They can more easily detect dark colors such as black, navy blue or red.

Pastel shades, or bright colors, such as white, help reduce the risk of being stung by mosquitoes. They also keep your child cool during outdoor games – especially, of course, in the summer, when the heat is at its highest.

When your child comes home and has several red marks on different parts of the body, he may have been stung by mosquitoes.

Preventive measures to avoid being stung by mosquitoes

If your child is still stung by mosquitoes, do not despair! You can get rid of these unwanted insects by using a few simple tips every day:

• Avoid dark or dull colors on clothes, especially black and navy blue.
• Reduce outdoor activities in the evening, when the highest number of mosquitoes buzz around.
• Get rid of stagnant water reservoirs at home, they can encourage the spread of insects.
• Use mosquito nets on windows and doors, or use ultrasound to scare away the insects.
  
  

Mosquito repellents, although a good alternative for protecting children, should be used with caution. You need to make sure that you buy an effective and reliable product. There are also some herbal remedies that can be used to deter mosquitoes.

Antimicrobial plants such as sage, or others such as eucalyptus and cinnamon, can keep them away if rubbed on the skin. Another very popular herbal remedy is citronella, which we can buy in many different formats.

As a final recommendation, make sure you keep an eye out for bad reactions and infections on mosquito bites, to avoid infection and treat allergic reactions.

If you notice that mosquito bites swell, hurt a lot or persist, see your pediatrician as soon as possible. Do the same if your child develops a fever as a result of the bite.

Follow our advice and stay safe and protected!