Caterpillar spines usually do not penetrate the skin. Inadvertent contact with the poisonous hairs or venom of the caterpillar, etc., may cause caterpillar dermatitis, which manifests itself as redness, swelling, itching and other symptoms. The affected area should be cleaned, stop itching and other measures.
1. General treatment: Rinse the affected area with soapy water to remove residual caterpillar venom or body fluids, and avoid repeated scratching of the affected area.
2. Medication: After the thorns are removed, 1% peppermint glycerite lotion, hydrocortisone acetate and other drugs can be used externally to stop itching; if accompanied by obvious itching, antihistamine drugs such as cetirizine and olopatadine can be taken orally to treat the itching.
Usually in the environment with caterpillars, attention should be paid to protection, you can use drugs spraying or biological control methods to kill caterpillars. If the caterpillars are accidentally contacted and skin discomfort occurs, you should consult a doctor in time and follow the doctor’s instructions for treatment.