10 Chagas Disease Symptoms
Symptom #4: Swelling
Since Chagas disease occurs due to a parasitic infection from the bite of an insect, one of the most important yet unnoticeable symptoms of the condition is swelling and itching from an insect bite. The bite may also trigger an allergic reaction in some individuals causing redness, swelling, and itching.
In Chagas disease, the bites are usually painless and can affect all parts of the body, especially around the mouth or eyes. There are often multiple bite marks in the same area. Bites from the kissing or assassin bug can be difficult to differentiate from other types of bug bites.
Advertisement
