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Fire Ant bite

Fire Ant bite: Introduction

Fire Ant bite: The fire ant is found mainly in South America and parts of North America but is also found in other countries such as Australia. The fire ant is red and can deliver a venomous bite. Fire ant venom can elicit and allergic reaction or even anaphylaxis in susceptible people. More detailed information about the symptoms, causes, and treatments of Fire Ant bite is available below.

Symptoms of Fire Ant bite

  • Heart rhythm abnormalities
  • Swelling at site of bite
  • Redness at site of bite
  • Pain at site of bite
  • Wheal at site of bite
  • more symptoms...»

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Fire Ant bite: Complications

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Prognosis for Fire Ant bite

Prognosis for Fire Ant bite: Severity of symptoms vary depending on the amount of plant material consumed and the body size of the person. Children tend to suffer more severe symptoms due to their smaller body size.

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