SKEETER SYNDROME

BBBBBBBBBBBBBBBBBzzzzzzzzzzzzzzz- the dreaded sound of summer fun; our "friend" the mosquito. Not only are mosquito bites a slight annoyance for most of the population, they can be a health threat to some. If you're like me, you may have a varying degree of "SKEETER SYNDROME." This means that rather than the typical small itchy red bumps, I can experience large areas of swelling all around the bite site. Others have it even worse and can go through everything from swollen appendages, blistering rashes, and even bruises. These symptoms may persist for hours or even days at times before any type of visible improvement.

The reason for these "extreme reactions" are because the individual is reacting (having a slight allergic reaction) to proteins in the saliva that keeps blood from clotting and going into the mosquito's mouth. Sounds like a walk in the park huh?

So load up on bug repellent- try the "Buzz Away" included in our summer survival kit here at the Prather Wellness Center. Also included, Burn Aide Spray (awesome after spending a little too much time in the sun) and Arnica (great for bumps and bruises we encounter in our increased outdoor activities during the warmer months). All 3 items are just $35, an overall savings of $20.