About Allergies: Take the Sting Out of Summer Allergies

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Allergies Allergies Symptoms / Diagnosis Treatment Coping From Daniel More, MD, your Guide to Allergies Insect allergies are a major problem during the summer months. People are more likely to participate in outdoor activities, such as swimming, hiking and yard work, and therefore are likely to come into contact with various insects. These insects, which are enjoying the warm weather as well, can sting people. Stinging and biting can cause allergic reactions in certain people. Basics of Insect Allergies Most people experience some type of reaction after being stung by a bee or bitten by a mosquito. Usually, these reactions include pain and swelling around the sting. Allergic reactions can also occur as a result of a sting, and can even be life-threatening. Find out more about insect sting and bite allergy, who should undergo testing, and the treatments that are available. Fire Ant Allergy Anyone who has been stung by a fire ant knows how these insects got their name. While the stings are painful, severe allergic reactions to imported fire ants are common. Learn the DOs and DON'Ts of fire ants, and find out how allergy shots can essentially cure fire ant allergy. Mosquito Allergy Most people experience some form of reaction from mosquito bites -- the typical itchy red bumps that last for a couple of days. Less commonly, more severe reactions can occur. People who experience extremely large areas of swelling after a mosquito bite (such as swelling of most of an arm or leg, for example) have been dubbed as having "skeeter syndrome." Allergy Shots and Drops (Immunotherapy) Discussion of what allergy shots are, what they are used for and how they work are presented. Risks and benefits of allergy shots are also described. Allergies Ads Allergy Skin Allergies Allergies Treatment Allergies Symptoms Wheat Allergies Featured Articles Alternative Therapies in the Diagnosis and Treatment of Allergies Glossary of Terms Information on the Most Common Allergy Medications Allergy Basics Frequently Asked Questions Nose and Eye Allergies   More from About.com Plan a Unique Vegas Wedding The minister, music and champagne are just the beginning -- why not get married aboard a helicopter or have a pirate swing in to deliver your rings? Arrrr! More> Join About.com's User Panel! Share your opinions and help us make About.com more relevant, informative and enjoyable to use. More> This newsletter is written by: Daniel More, MD Allergies Guide Email Me | My Blog | My Forum   Sign up for more free newsletters on your favorite topics You are receiving this newsletter because you subscribed to the About Allergies newsletter. If you wish to change your email address or unsubscribe, please click here. About respects your privacy: Our Privacy Policy Contact Information: 249 West 17th Street New York, NY, 10011 © 2010 About.com   Must Reads What are Allergies? Symptoms of Allergies Diagnosis of Allergies Treatment of Allergies Preventing Allergies Advertisement