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It’s prime mosquito season in Spain. They affect people differently and there are a variety of ways to combat them.
These pests choose their human victims based on factors such as body heat, skin smell, humidity or even the way a person appears.
Allergy expert, Isabel Fernandez de Alba, told El PaisPeople who release higher amounts of certain substances tend to be more attractive to mosquitoes. People who release more of certain substances are often more attractive to mosquitoes.
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As shown in experiments involving twins, the problem remains constant for each individual.
It is common to see a small amount of inflammation or irritation on the skin after a bite.
Fernandez de Alba stated that some victims have a more severe reaction, such as a large bite larger than 10 cms. The bite becomes red hot and requires treatment with antihistamines or antibiotics.
It is also important to take the right medication as alcohol, vinegar or toothpaste will only make your bite worse.
Look out for other signs that could indicate an allergic response.
If we experience symptoms like dizziness, loss of consciousness, difficulty breathing, vomiting, diarrhoea or nausea, we are likely to be experiencing an allergic reaction,” Fernandez de Alba explained.
For prevention, mosquito repellents are not the only option. You can also opt for mosquito nets or mosquito diffusers.
Natural repellents and chemical sprays are both effective, but their results can vary.
Fernandez de Alba told El Pais Tests have revealed positive results for some natural products.
Citronella and catnip essential oils, both of which contain nepetalactone to repel mosquitoes up to 70%, are the most effective according her.
Natural repellents are less effective than chemical products, and must be reapplied after every two hours or so.
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