2023-08-13 20:02:59
Summer is an ideal season to enjoy the good weather and spend time outdoors. However, this season is also when Chiggers pests resurface and can cause real torment. These tiny parasites, invisible to the naked eye, have a complex life cycle and their larval period occurs in the heart of summer. During this phase, they seek to feed on blood and are present in lawns, shady lawns, orchards and wetlands. They are not very selective regarding their host, as they can infect cats, dogs, rodents, birds, or humans. This is why it is essential to be vigilant and take preventive measures to avoid their proliferation.
Risk areas and means of prevention once morest parasites
Chigger parasites can reproduce quickly and lay up to 400 eggs per female. Their proliferation is therefore rapid and they can be numerous in your garden or local park. The first line of defense is prevention, which consists of regularly trimming the lawn to reduce their population. Covering the body when going out, by wearing long and covering clothes, also limits the direct exposure of the skin to these small threats. It is also important to protect your pets, as they can bring these pests inside the house. In this case, the pests might continue to thrive in the heat of your home unless you take preventative measures.
Symptoms and anti-parasite treatments
If you are already a victim of their attacks, you may feel intense itching on your skin. The blistered pimples that appear next are the memory of their passage, causing itching that can last from 2 to 7 days. A warm bath and mild soap can help get rid of parasitic larvae. Also, in case of intense itching, an antihistamine soothing cream can relieve the symptoms. However, in case of severe allergic reactions, it is imperative to consult a doctor immediately.
By being informed and taking the appropriate measures, you will be able to fully enjoy the summer season without the unwanted company of these Chigger pests. Do not forget to remain vigilant and to protect your skin and your habitat once morest these parasites to avoid any inconvenience.
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