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[Adverse reactions to mosquito bites in scholars from Monterrey, Nuevo Leon, Mexico]

María Amelia Manrique López1, Sandra N González Díaz, Alfredo Arias Cruz

  • 1Centro Regional de Alergia e Inmunología Clínica, Hospital Universitario José Eleuterio González, Universidad Autónoma de Nuevo León, Monterrey, Nuevo León, México. aarias45@hotmail.com.

Revista Alergia Mexico (Tecamachalco, Puebla, Mexico : 1993)
|January 25, 2011
PubMed
Abstract

Insights

Adverse reactions to mosquito bites are common in school children, with itching and rash being the most frequent symptoms. Early detection and prompt treatment are crucial for managing these reactions.

Area of Science:

  • Pediatric Allergy
  • Epidemiology
  • Public Health

Background:

  • Adverse reactions to insect bites, including mosquito bites, represent a significant global health concern.
  • The precise incidence and prevalence of illness resulting from mosquito bite reactions remain largely undocumented.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To characterize the adverse reactions associated with mosquito bites among school-aged children in Monterrey, Nuevo Leon.
  • To provide data on the frequency and types of reactions in this demographic.

Main Methods:

  • A cross-sectional descriptive study design was employed.
  • Questionnaires were randomly administered to children in public elementary schools within the Monterrey metropolitan area.
  • Data from 506 eligible participants (55% female) across 11 randomly selected schools were analyzed.

Main Results:

  • A high frequency of adverse reactions to mosquito bites was reported, affecting 76% of participants within the last 12 months.
  • The most commonly reported symptoms were itching (75%) and rash (72%).

Conclusions:

  • Adverse reactions to mosquito bites are a frequent occurrence in school-aged children.
  • Emphasizing early detection is vital for timely and effective treatment of these reactions.

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