Arthropod bites and stings

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Arthropod bites and stings
Classification and external resources
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ICD-10 W57, X21-X25
ICD-9-CM E905.1-E905.5, E906.4
Patient UK Arthropod bites and stings
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Many species of arthropods (insects, arachnids and others) regularly or occasionally bite or sting human beings. Insect saliva contains anticoagulants and enzymes that cause local irritation and allergic reactions.[1] Insect venoms can be delivered by their stingers, which often are modified ovipositors, or by their mouthparts. Insect, spider and scorpion venom can cause serious injury or death. Dipterans account for the majority of insect bites, while Hymenopterans account for the majority of stings. Among arachnids spider bites are the most common. Arthropods bite or sting humans for a number of reasons including feeding or defense. Arthropods are major vectors of human disease, with the pathogens typically transmitted by bites.

Insects

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Diptera (True flies)

Hymenoptera

Siphonaptera (Fleas)

Phthiraptera (Lice)

Other insects

Arachnids

Spiders

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Mites

Scorpions

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  • All species sting

Myriapoda

References

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