Someone almost disfigured or lost their sight, don't take pictures of such insects! Venom is comparable to sulfuric acid. Cryptoptera | Netizens | Sulfuric acid
On the 4th, the topic # My face was disfigured by a caterpillar # topped the trending list and sparked a discussion.
If you encounter this type of insect, don't slap it off again! Be careful it will cause skin to ulcerate!
Cryptoptera, what's the origin?
Cryptoptera, also known as "flying ants". It is yellow and black, looking like an ant with wings. From June to September each year, a large number of cryptopters appear. After the rain in summer and autumn, it is the active period for cryptopters, which usually appear in damp grasslands. Cryptoptera have phototaxis and fly towards light at night.
The various segments of the body of the hidden winged insect contain toxins, are highly acidic, and highly corrosive, known as the "flying sulfuric acid.". There is an anus at the end of the insect's abdomen, which secretes venom, leading to cryptoptera dermatitis. This refers to contact dermatitis caused by skin contact with the venom inside the body of the beetle. The clinical manifestation is the appearance of strip, patchy, or clustered edematous erythema in the local area after exposure to venom for several hours to 2 days. There are dense papules, blisters, or pustules on it, which can cause erosion, scabbing, and epidermal necrosis, with itching, burning pain, and a burning sensation.
Many netizens have expressed that they have been bitten by cryptopters
Some people are almost disfigured and blind
There are many patients who suffer from severe dermatitis due to contact with insects, and some even claim to have "almost disfigured" and recovered for a long time.
Recently, Ms. Wang from Xiangyang, Hubei Province, accidentally patted her left eye when a bug flew over her eyes. Unexpectedly, her left eye was covered in the insect's body fluid. Subsequently, Ms. Wang's eyes were red, swollen, and painful, gradually worsening, accompanied by tears and discomfort, and her vision decreased. Three days later, she went to the hospital for help. After examination by the attending doctor, it was considered that the inflammation was caused by the venom of cryptoptera, and the patient was admitted to the emergency department. Fortunately, after receiving treatment, Ms. Wang's eyes gradually improved.
It is reported that the liquid of cryptoptera can cause burns to the conjunctiva and cornea when it gets into the eyes. If the eyelids are not treated in time after injury, it can lead to damage to the eyelids, cornea, and conjunctiva, and in severe cases, blindness.
Many netizens have expressed that they have been bitten by a beetle. From the photos posted by everyone, it can be seen that after coming into contact with a beetle, obvious marks will be left on the skin, and it will take a long time to disappear.
Although cryptopters are more common in the south, they can also appear in cities in the north.
The correct driving method
If you find that the caterpillar stays on the skin: do not pat or rub it with your hands. The correct approach is to gently blow it away or shake it off, and then wash the skin that has come into contact with the caterpillar with clean water or alkaline soapy water.
If the hidden winged insect appears at home: it can be glued with tape or caught with a tissue and thrown away, being careful not to come into contact with the venom.
During the summer and autumn seasons when cryptopters appear on a large scale, attention should be paid to the following:
When going to parks, suburbs, rural areas, etc., wear long sleeved clothes and carry mosquito repellent supplies with you.
Various mosquito repellent measures can be taken, such as spraying insecticides or applying mosquito repellents to the body.
Regularly clean the home, keep the indoor and outdoor environment clean, and prevent the breeding of insects.
Install screen doors and windows at home. Don't turn on too strong lights at home at night; Try not to play with your phone in the dark as much as possible to avoid attracting insects.
Before going to bed, check if there are any hidden insects on the bed to avoid being crushed.
If you don't pay attention and get contaminated with venom
What should I do?
Experts say that rumors about the deadly nature of the beetle are purely sensational. Although the poisonous beetle is pathogenic, it is generally not fatal.
If a certain part of the body comes into contact with the venom of cryptoptera: do not touch other parts of the body with the same area as the venom. After washing the skin with clean water or alkaline soapy water, seek medical attention promptly and explain the situation to the doctor.
If there are suspected symptoms of cryptorchid dermatitis on the skin, seek medical attention as soon as possible. Do not apply ointment on your own or scratch the affected area with your hands to prevent secondary infections.
