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Research Notes on No-See-Um Bug Bites

No-see-ums are tiny mosquito-like insects which feed off the blood of humans, mammals and reptiles.1 No-see-ums are referred to by several names, including biting midges, sand fleas, punkies, jejenes, gnats and moose flies.2 While an occasional bite from a no-see-um may be considered a relative nuisance, multiple bites can cause serious illness or even death.3 These tiny insects can carry a disease called leishmaniasis.3

Fast Facts:

  • Like mosquitoes, only the female no-see-um bites.1
  • The best way to avoid bites is to wear insect repellent when outdoors.1
  • Bites appear as raised red welts which may form water-filled blisters which can last for several days.2


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Research Notes References

  1. ↑ 1.0 1.1 1.2 Pelotes Island Nature Preserve: No Seeum
  2. ↑ 2.0 2.1 AAA Skin Doctor: No-See-Ums
  3. ↑ 3.0 3.1 Travel Doctor UK: More Than Just An Irritation

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Last update Sep. 27, 2009

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