why does it itch after a mosquito bites????

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why does it itch after a mosquito bites????

2007-04-27 18:32:09 · 2 answers · asked by Natalie 1 in Health ➔ Diseases & Conditions ➔ Skin Conditions

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In order for the mosquito to drink the person's blood, it has to inject saliva into the vein. This reaction to the mosquito's saliva is what causes the itching.

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2007-04-27 18:38:02 · answer #1 · answered by pedidoc43 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋

The mosquito injects a solution into your skin to keep the blood from clotting while she feeds, and your skin reacts to it and makes the itch.

2007-04-27 18:37:52 · answer #2 · answered by Jess 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋