Pregnancy is one of the most important and unique periods in a woman's life. During this period, a woman is not only responsible for her health, but also for the health of her unborn child. However, as it turns out, pregnant women not only attract the attention of people, but also mosquitoes.
After much research, scientists from an English university and the Gambia Scientific Medical Center came to the conclusion that mosquitoes bite pregnant women twice as often as other people. It turned out that the blood of pregnant women becomes sweet for mosquitoes due to the acceleration of metabolism in the body. According to Dr. Steve Lindsay, a malaria expert, pregnant women exhale more air, and mosquitoes find their nurses very quickly. In addition, pregnant women have a higher body temperature and sweat more. These factors create ideal conditions for the life of skin bacteria, the smell of which leads mosquitoes to the body.
This makes pregnant women especially vulnerable to mosquito infestations. But what to do in such a situation? Scientists have already thought about this and are looking for ways to protect expectant mothers. For example, they are trying to create a soap that kills bacteria that mosquitoes love. This may be one of the solutions to the problem.
You should also remember that mosquitoes not only cause discomfort, but can also transmit various infections such as malaria, dengue and others. Therefore, protection from mosquitoes is an important measure in maintaining the health of pregnant women and their unborn children.
In conclusion, pregnancy is a difficult period in a woman’s life that requires special attention and care. But despite the fact that mosquitoes love pregnant women more than others, science and medicine do not stand still and are looking for ways to protect themselves from unwanted insects. It is important to remember that taking care of yourself and your health is the main key to a successful pregnancy and a healthy child.