Mosquitoes are one of the most frustrating Chesterfield pests, mainly due to the fact that they leave us with itchy, red welts after they consume our blood. As annoying as this is, it is not even the worst part of a mosquito infestation. These insects are the cause of hundreds of thousands of deaths annually. This is because mosquitoes can transmit plenty of mosquito-borne diseases to humans when they feed on our blood. Contrary to popular belief, it is not because they inject infected blood into their host; the diseases are transmitted through their saliva if the mosquito is infected. Every region in the world has its own common mosquito-borne diseases, and even the countries with readily-available modern medicine, like the U.S., have thousands of cases every year. Thankfully, these diseases are treatable – as long as the person seeks medical attention as soon as they begin feeling symptoms. 

Although not every mosquito is infected and therefore will not spread disease to every single mammal they bite, it is crucial to be aware of the common diseases and symptoms that could possibly result from a bite. Some of the most frequent diseases are malaria, Zika virus, West Nile virus, dengue, encephalitis, and chikungunya. The symptoms of each disease vary in intensity and longevity, but all of them will clearly get worse the longer that they go untreated. Most of these diseases have flu-like symptoms, including fatigue, body aches, chills, fever, nausea, headaches, and vomiting. Zika virus is particularly worrisome because it has the possibility of being spread in a specific way; if a pregnant woman gets Zika virus from a mosquito, she can potentially pass it on to her fetus. As you can see, it is absolutely essential to seek medical attention as soon as you begin experiencing symptoms with a mosquito bite.

At Pointe Pest Control, we understand the importance of a mosquito-free yard. Our team of experienced technicians are dedicated to protecting you and your family from these invasive pests, and we guarantee that our non-toxic products will eliminate all of your mosquitoes as efficiently as possible. Call us today to learn more about our attentive services and how our Chesterfield team can keep your home pest-free!