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Bites and stings
Insect bites and stings: self-care
Bites and stings can cause mild irritation or serious reactions, such as anaphylaxis. Most insect bites and stings are not serious.
Pubic lice
Pubic lice are also known as crabs. They are small parasites which can live in pubic hair, as well as the hair of the eyebrows and eyelashes.
Cat scratch disease
The diagnosis of cat scratch disease is not always easy, particularly if the person doesn't remember being injured by a cat.
First aid for bites and stings
First aid tips for bites and stings from some of the most venomous creatures in the world – snakes, spiders, jellyfish, blue ringed octopus and cone snail – all of which are found in Australia.
Insect sting allergy
The most common allergic reactions come with stings from bees, wasps and ants. The degree of allergy varies widely, however, most people experiencing only mild symptoms are not considered allergic.
Tick removal: First aid and prevention
Tick removal techniques that use tweezers run the risk of squeezing the tick – doctors now recommend freezing the tick while it's on the skin to avoid allergic reactions and tick-related illnesses.
Bee stings
The best way to deal with a bee sting is to scrape it off with a sideways motion using a firm object such as the blade of a knife, a credit card or even a fingernail.
