AZE.US
Baku residents are reporting more mosquito bites this summer, with parents especially concerned about swelling, redness and allergic reactions in children.
The complaints have become more visible on social media in recent days. Many parents say children are waking up with bites, including swelling around the eyes and face.
Professor Adil Geybulla says the increase is mainly linked to weather conditions. Recent rains, standing water in yards, basements and open areas have created favorable conditions for insects, especially mosquitoes.
“In Baku, the increase in rainwater, the formation of puddles and water collecting in basements and other areas lead to a rise in the number of insects, especially mosquitoes,” Geybulla said. “Standing water is considered the most suitable environment for mosquitoes to reproduce.”
He said the problem is not limited to local weather. Global warming, climate change and broader environmental shifts are also affecting the spread of insects.
As the climate changes, some species may move into areas where they were not previously common, he said.
Geybulla noted that mosquito bites usually do not cause serious health problems. But in some people, especially children and those prone to allergies, bites can lead to swelling, itching, redness and stronger allergic reactions.
Swelling around the eyelids and face often worries parents, but the doctor said preventive measures can reduce the risk.
He recommended using repellents, mosquito nets and special devices designed for homes. Protection is especially important at night, when mosquito bites often happen during sleep.
Geybulla also warned that mosquitoes should not be treated as only a nuisance. He said mosquito species capable of carrying malaria exist in Azerbaijan. Although malaria risk is usually associated with warmer regions, climate and environmental changes may affect where such insects spread.
He added that some mosquito species in other parts of the world are linked to more dangerous infections. They are not widely spread in Azerbaijan, but future risks should not be fully dismissed, he said.
According to Geybulla, both public agencies and residents have a role to play. Standing water should be removed from yards, basements and residential areas, while disinfection and insect-control measures should be carried out more systematically.
For households, the basic steps are simple: remove stagnant water, keep windows protected, use repellents when necessary and pay attention to children who develop stronger reactions after bites.
The current rise in mosquitoes in Baku appears to be driven by a combination of rain, heat, stagnant water and broader climate factors.
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