Charleston Fire Ant Control Service

While most ants are more annoying than harmful, this is not the case with fire ants. Many people are allergic to these pests and, while rare, it is possible to have a serious reaction that can be life-threatening. The amount of venom in each bite is small, but these units tend to swarm and bite, so it is not unusual to have multiple bites before it even registers that the ants are present. Additionally, the ants can withdraw their stinger and sting again, something that most biting and stinging insects cannot do.

Children are particularly at risk for anaphylaxis or skin reactions to fire ants. Adults can also have more or less of a reaction at the site of the bite that includes stinging, a feeling of intense pain and burning, itching and some localized swelling.