A pharmacist has warned people not to overlook insect bites as the summer season approaches because a bad reaction could prove life-threatening. From subtle discolouration to a change in texture or ...

Whether you first notice a sharp pinch, a nagging itch, or a painful sting, discovering a brand-new bug bite—sometimes instantly, but often only days later—is no fun. Some ache, some beg to be ...

It can be distressing to wake up with a mysterious swollen red rash on your ankle. Could that rash be an insect bite? And what kind of bug bit you? The answers aren't so easy to figure out. Even for ...

Insect bites and stings are the scourge of the summer. No matter whether you’re in Scotland or St. Tropez, once the weather heats up, it pays to be prepared – or you risk getting bitten or stung. Not ...

Does spit really help with a mosquito bite? And onion with a bee sting? An expert gives answers on how to respond to common insect attacks. Andrea Warnecke/dpa It could be such a wonderful summer's ...

That’s why bug bite pictures (or identifying insect bites pictures) are so important. Being able to compare what’s happening on your skin against photos of other people who have been bitten can help ...

There's nothing more annoying than being bitten to shreds during a beautiful summer's day. In addition to sparking a frenzied itching, sometimes the area can get infected too. Pharamacies across the ...

As Britons enjoy the summer sunshine, insect bites are on the rise - prompting experts to share advice on how to care for irritated skin at home and when to seek medical attention. Article continues ...