Unfortunately, itchy welts are not the only possible downside of being bitten by mosquitoes. These pests can transmit dangerous diseases to Brentwood people and pets if they previously fed on an infected mammal. The harmful pathogens will reproduce in the mosquito’s blood-filled gut, then be ready to be injected into the mosquito’s next host. However, it is not because mosquitoes insert blood into each mammal; that is a myth that has since been disproven. Rather, mosquitoes inject their saliva into each host because it contains numbing and anticoagulation properties that make the blood easier for the insect to digest. 

Mosquito saliva not only irritates our skin and gives us itchy bites, it can also contain the pathogens of blood-borne diseases. Some of the most common diseases transmitted by mosquitoes include malaria, Zika virus, and West Nile virus. Not every mosquito is infected, but enough are to cause the deaths of thousands of people worldwide every year. The specific symptoms depend on the disease, with some of the shared signs being chills, fever, aches, and fatigue. Thanks to modern medicine, mosquito-transmitted diseases are treatable when they are addressed in a timely manner. If you or anyone in your home experiences symptoms following a mosquito bite, please seek medical attention immediately. 

Once mosquitoes invade your Brentwood yard and begin to reproduce, they will never leave willingly. At Pointe Pest Control, we are dedicated to solving each mosquito problem as efficiently as possible. Our experienced technicians attack infestations from all angles by utilizing a combination of inspections and targeted treatments. The safety of you and your family is our top priority, so our team will leave no mosquito in your home untreated. Give us a call today to learn more about our non-toxic treatments and the Pointe Difference in your Brentwood mosquito control services!