곤충 물림(벌레 물림) Insect bites

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곤충 물림(벌레 물림)
Insect bites
곤충 물림(벌레 물림) Insect bites
곤충에 물리거나 쏘이거나 접촉 때의 개요, 증상 징후
  • 곤충에 물리거나 쏘이거나 접촉되면 구진성 두드러기가 날 수 있고 물린 피부에 발진이 날 수 있다.
  • 물린 피부가 세균에 감염되어 국소적으로 곪을 수 있다.
  • 경미한 전신 알레르기 반응도 생길 수 있고
  • 때로는 아나필락시스가 유발될 수 있다.
  • 예를 들면, 벌에 쏘였을 때 쏘인 피부의 국소에 국소반응이 생겨 몹시 아프고 가려울 수 있다.
  • 전신에 벌 알레르기, 즉 아나필락시스(반응)가 생겨 호흡곤란, 천명, 쇼크 등의 증상 징후가 생길 수 있고 죽을 수 있다.
  • 벌에 쏘이거나 모기, 벼룩, 빈대, 이 또는 진드기 등 곤충에 물리면 물린 부위가 조금 아플 수 있고, 가렵고, 좁쌀만 한 구진이 생길 수 있고, 붉고 부을 수 있다.
  • 구진성 두드러기도 생길 수 있다.
  • 곤충에 물린 상처를 불결한 손으로 긁어 상처가 나면 그 상처를 통해 박테리아에 감염되어 종기나 부스럼, 또는 봉소염이 생길 수 있다.
  • 곤충에 물린 후 뇌염, 라임병, 말라리아 등 그 외 여러 종류의 감염병에 걸릴 수 있다.
곤충에 물리거나 쏘이거나 접촉될 때의 진단
  • 병력, 증상 징후와 진찰 소견 등을 종합해 진단한다.
  • “곤충에 물리거나 쏘였다”는 병력이 있으면 진단하기가 더 쉽다.
  • 곤충에 물렸거나 쏘였다는 사실을 확실히 알 수 없을 때는 확실히 진단하기가 곤란할 수 있다.
곤충에 물리거나 쏘이거나 접촉될 때의 치료
  • 곤충에 물렸거나 쏘였을 때 아나필락시스 등 전신 알레르기 반응이 생길 수 있고 국소반응이 생길 수 있다.
  • 전신에 알레르기가 생길 때는 응급으로 치료해야 한다.
  • 피부의 한 국소에 곤충 물림이 생겼을 때 좀 가렵고 붉은 구진성 피부 발진이 생길 수 있다.
  • 물리거나 쏘인 부위를 비눗물로 깨끗이 씻고, 베타다인제 살균 액으로 살균해 세균 감염이 생기지 않게 한다.
  • 심하게 가려우면 코르티코스테로이드제 연고나 크림 또는 로숀을 1일 1~3회, 2, 3일간 발라 치료할 수 있다.
  • 베나드릴이나 아타락스 등 1세대 항히스타민제로 가려움을 대증 치료한다.
  • 박테리아 감염으로 곪거나 농가진이나 종기가 생기면 박트로반(Bactroban/Mupirocin) 항생제 연고로 국소적 도포 치료하거나 적절한 경구용 항생제로 치료한다.
  • 벌레에 다시 물리지 않게 예방하거나 쏘이지 않게 DEET 곤충 구제제를 이용한다. DEET 성분은 N,N-diethyl-meta-toluamide이다. 곤충 구제제 중 가장 효과가 좋고 처방 없이 가게에서 살 수 있다. 권장하는 농도는 10~30%이다. 의사의 지시나 제조회사의 설명서에 따라 써야한다.
출처 참조문헌
  • Childhood Emergencies in the Office, Hospital and Community, American Academy of Pediatrics
  • Emergency Medical Service for Children, By Ross Lab. May 1989. p.10
  • Emergency care, Harvey Grant, and Robert Murray
  • Emergency Care Transportation of Sick and Injured American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons
  • Emergency Pediatrics A Guide to Ambulatory Care, Roger M. Barkin, Peter Rosen
  • Immediate care of the acutely ill and injured, Hugh E. Stephenson, Jr
  • The Critically Ill Child, Diagnosis and Management, Edited by Clement A. Smith
  • Emergency Medical Services for Children: The Role of the Primary Care Provider, American Academy of Pediatrics
  • Quick Reference To Pediatric Emergencies, Delmer J. Pascoe, M.D., Moses Grossman, M.D., with 26 contributors
  • Manual of Emergency Care
  • 응급환자관리 정담미디어
  • 소아가정간호백과–부모도 반의사가 되어야 한다, 이상원
  • Neonatal Resuscitation American Heart Association
  • Neonatology Jeffrey J.Pomerance, C. Joan Richardson
  • Pediatric Resuscitation Pediatric Clinics of North America, Stephen M. Schexnayder, M.D.
  • Pediatric Critical Care, Pediatric Clinics of North America, James P. Orlowski, M.D.
  • Preparation for Birth. Beverly Savage and Dianna Smith
  • Nelson Textbook of Pediatrics, 14th ed. Beherman,
  • The Johns Hopkins Hospital, The Harriet Lane Handbook, 18th edition
  • Red book 29th edition 2012
  • Nelson Textbook of Pediatrics, 19th Edition
  • Infectious Diseases of Children, Saul Krugman, Samuel L Katz, Ann A. Gerhon, Catherine Wilfert
  • The Harriet Lane Handbook, 19th Edition
  • 소아과학 대한교과서
  • 제1권 소아청소년 응급의료 참조문헌과 출처
  • Other
Copyright ⓒ 2015 John Sangwon Lee, MD., FAAP
“부모도 반의사가 되어야 한다” – 내용은 여러분들의 의사로부터 얻은 정보와 진료를 대신할 수 없습니다.
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Insect Bites

Overview of Insect Bites, Stings, and Contact
Insect bites, stings, and contact can cause papular urticaria and a rash on the affected skin.
The bitten skin can become infected with bacteria and become sore.
A mild systemic allergic reaction can also occur,
and sometimes anaphylaxis can occur.
For example, a bee sting can cause a localized reaction at the site of the sting, causing severe pain and itching.
A systemic bee allergy, or anaphylaxis (reaction), can cause symptoms such as difficulty breathing, wheezing, shock, and even death. When bitten by insects such as bees, mosquitoes, fleas, bedbugs, lice, or ticks, the bite site may be slightly painful, itchy, and may develop small, red, and swollen bumps.
Papular urticaria may also develop.
If an insect bite is scratched with unclean hands, the wound can become infected with bacteria, resulting in boils, sores, or cellulitis.
Insect bites can lead to various infectious diseases, including encephalitis, Lyme disease, and malaria.

Diagnosis of Insect Bites, Stings, or Contact
Diagnosis is based on a comprehensive medical history, symptoms, signs, and physical examination findings.
A diagnosis is easier if there is a history of insect bites or stings.
A definitive diagnosis can be difficult if the bite or sting is unclear.

Treatment for Insect Bites, Stings, or Contact
Insect bites or stings can cause systemic allergic reactions, such as anaphylaxis, as well as localized reactions.
Systemic allergies require emergency treatment.
Insect bites on a single area of ​​the skin can cause a mildly itchy, red, papular rash.
Wash the bite or sting area thoroughly with soap and water and disinfect with Betadine to prevent bacterial infection.
For severe itching, apply a corticosteroid ointment, cream, or lotion 1-3 times daily for 2-3 days.
Symptomatically treat itching with first-generation antihistamines such as Benadryl or Atarax.
If bacterial infection causes festering, impetigo, or boils, treat with topical antibiotic ointment such as Bactroban/Mupirocin or appropriate oral antibiotics. To prevent future bites or stings, use a DEET insect repellent. DEET is N,N-diethyl-meta-toluamide. It is the most effective insect repellent and is available over-the-counter. The recommended concentration is 10-30%. Use according to your doctor’s instructions or the manufacturer’s directions.
Sources and References
Childhood Emergencies in the Office, Hospital and Community, American Academy of Pediatrics
Emergency Medical Service for Children, By Ross Lab. May 1989. p.10
Emergency care, Harvey Grant, and Robert Murray
Emergency Care Transportation of Sick and Injured American Academy of Orthopedic Surgeons
Emergency Pediatrics A Guide to Ambulatory Care, Roger M. Barkin, Peter Rosen
Immediate care of the acutely ill and injured, Hugh E. Stephenson, Jr
The Critically Ill Child, Diagnosis and Management, Edited by Clement A. Smith
Emergency Medical Services for Children: The Role of the Primary Care Provider, American Academy of Pediatrics
Quick Reference To Pediatric Emergencies, Delmer J. Pascoe, M.D., Moses Grossman, M.D., with 26 contributors
Manual of Emergency Care
Emergency patient management Jeongdam Media
Pediatric Home Nursing Encyclopedia – Parents must also be anti-doctors, Lee Sang-won
Neonatal Resuscitation American Heart Association
Neonatology Jeffrey J. Pomerance, C. Joan Richardson
Pediatric Resuscitation Pediatric Clinics of North America, Stephen M. Schexnayder, M.D.
Pediatric Critical Care, Pediatric Clinics of North America, James P. Orlowski, M.D.
Preparation for Birth. Beverly Savage and Dianna Smith
Nelson Textbook of Pediatrics, 14th ed. Beherman,
The Johns Hopkins Hospital, The Harriet Lane Handbook, 18th edition
Red Book, 29th edition 2012
Nelson Textbook of Pediatrics, 19th Edition
Infectious Diseases of Children, Saul Krugman, Samuel L. Katz, Ann A. Gerhon, Catherine Wilfert
The Harriet Lane Handbook, 19th Edition
Korean Textbook of Pediatrics
Volume 1: Pediatric and Adolescent Emergency Medicine References and Sources
Other
Copyright ⓒ 2015 John Sangwon Lee, MD., FAAP
“Parents Should Be Half-Doctors” – The content is not a substitute for the information and advice you receive from your doctor.
“The information contained in this publication should not be used as a substitute for the medical care and advice of your doctor. There may be variations in treatment that your doctor may recommend based on individual facts and circumstances. “Parental education is the best medicine.”

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