Why do I always seem to have an overreaction to mosquito bites?!
Question:
Why do I always seem to have an overreaction to mosquito bites?
While mosquitos seem to be a mere annoyance for most people I know, it always seems that I get an extreme reaction to them. Each bite appears as a huge swollen bump and is accompanied by days of unbearable itching. Bites I've received on my cheeks or eyebrows have even caused my eye to swell shut for a day. I always use precautions, spraying myself generously with repellents containing DEET, but they still find a way to me, albeit a little less than when unprotected. Is there a specific allergy for certain bugs? More to the point, is there a way to prevent them or the reaction that results? This problem severely interferes with many of my summer outings and I'd really appreciate any help or direction. Thanks!
Answers:
I have the exact same problem! Mine always turn purple too for some reason. I went to see my doctor about it and he recommended getting an over the counter allergy medicine, like claritin, and it helped me alot so you could try that. I wouldn't take benadryl, it makes you sleepy, but get one with an antihistamine.