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2. Toxicology of red imported fire ant venom - Wikipedia

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   The stings of the red imported fire ant in animals are painful, and may prove life-threatening. [70] In dogs, stings from the red imported fire ant can cause pustular dermatosis, a condition where pustules appear in crops as a result of the ant sting. [71] After getting stung, the immediate response consists of erythema and swelling.

3. Ant venom - Wikipedia

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   In the case of fire ants, the venom consists mainly of alkaloid (>95%) and protein (<1%) components. [2] Stinging ants cause a cutaneous condition that is different from that caused by biting venomous ants. Particularly painful are stings from fire ants, although the bullet ant's sting is considered by some to be the most painful insect sting.

4. An infestation of 'aggressive' red fire ants hits Santa ... - AOL

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   The venom from an ant's sting can "cause painful pustules on the skin, and can be particularly dangerous, even fatal, to sensitive groups or those with an allergy to the venom."

5. Ants of medical importance - Wikipedia

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   Fire ant stings are typically accompanied by burning and urticaria, followed by a welt formation. The welts often develop into white pustules that should not be scratched, as to avoid secondary infections. A few individuals are sensitive to the venom, and can, on rare occasions, die of anaphylaxis. [3]

6. These Pictures Will Help You ID the Most Common Bug Bites and ...

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   Ant Bites and Stings. What they look like: Some ants can bite and sting. If you’re dealing with an aggressive one, it’s probably a fire ant, which are more common in the southern states. Fire ...

7. 20 Common Pictures of Bug Bites and How to Identify Their ...

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   Fire ant bites. iStock. While some ants are harmless (though not fun to have in the home), Dr. Giangreco says fire ant bites are worth monitoring. ... Dr. Giangreco says the sting can cause a ...

8. Fire ant - Wikipedia

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   A human leg three days after brief contact with a fire ant colony. The venom of fire ants is mainly (>95%) composed of oily alkaloids structurally derived from piperidine (also known as solenopsins) mixed with a small amount of toxic proteins. [37] [38] Fire ant stings are painful, characterised by a local burning sensation, followed by ...

9. 11 common bug bites — and photos to help you identify them

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   Fire ants also sting humans, Frye says, which can cause small pus-filled bumps on the skin, according to the Cleveland Clinic. Other symptoms: Ant bites are typically painful and itchy.