Strong aug bites strongly itch. Remedies and advice with our general practitioner.
The Augustat designates the larva of a microscopic mite from the family of Trombicula Autumnalis. He Pique or rather bitten Animals and humans particularly in the folds and areas where we sweat (elbow, groin, armpit, behind the knee …). Usually the Augustat does not live in homes. His lifestyle requires him to live in grassy soils In order to find something to eat to reproduce (meadows, parks …). However, larvae can be brought by your pet to your home. Contrary to what its name suggests, the Augustat is not only active in August. It can be observed as soon as the temperatures increase, in the spring in April and until the beginning of fall.
What is the size of an Augustat?
This parasite, also known as Rouget because of its red color, measures between 0.2 and 0.4 mm which makes it difficult to visible to the naked eye.
Photo of Augustats
Symptoms: intense bites
To eat, the Augustat bites using its cherries (hooks). Symptoms are mostly without gravity, but are particularly unpleasant, especially due to their duration over time. The Augustat bite manifests itself by the appearance of a rash with small plates 2 to 3 mm in diameter. After the bite, the larva takes off the skin and falls. It gives way to strong itching that can persist for a week.
If Lsymptoms persist for more than 3 days or that you present the signs of an allergy, you have to quickly consult a general practitioner. As much as possible, it is strongly advised to avoid scratching: friction can cause infections and leave marks on the skin. You have to be more vigilant during pregnancy. The Augustat bite in pregnant women is more likely to cause an allergy. It is therefore better to take advice from a doctor quickly, especially if the bite area is extended.
As soon as the first pimples appear, it is recommended to take a hot bath in Marseille soap to eliminate parasites, and to disinfect the pimples through an antiseptic. The treatment of Augustat bites is the same as for insect bites. “”Use a cortisonic ointment and/or an antihistamine orally in order to calm the itching if they are too annoying“Recommends the general practitioner.
- If you walk in the forest or do gardening, Use gloveswear long, covering and tight clothes at the ends.
- During a picnic, use a blanket so as not to get in touch with the lawn. It is also better to avoid rolling in the grass.
- It is also possible touse repellents, To be handled with caution in particular in children and pregnant women.
- People who have a garden are invited to maintain it regularly to limit the proliferation of parasites.
Thank you to Doctor Sonsadeth Insisienmay, general practitioner.
