{"id":829,"date":"2025-10-15T09:45:46","date_gmt":"2025-10-15T07:45:46","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/controlprocessionaria.cat\/?p=829"},"modified":"2025-10-15T09:45:46","modified_gmt":"2025-10-15T07:45:46","slug":"perills-de-la-processionaria-al-jardi-per-a-nens-i-adults","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/controlprocessionaria.cat\/en\/perills-de-la-processionaria-al-jardi-per-a-nens-i-adults\/","title":{"rendered":"Dangers of the processionary in the garden for children and adults"},"content":{"rendered":"<h1><\/h1>\n<p>The pine processionary moth (Thaumetopoea pityocampa) poses a real risk to human health, especially in areas near pine trees and gardens. Its stinging hairs are easily shed and can cause serious reactions in both children and adults.<\/p>\n<h2>How stinging hairs work<\/h2>\n<p>Adult caterpillars release very fine hairs (setae) that contain stinging toxins and proteins, such as <strong>thaumetopoein<\/strong>. These hairs can be raised in the air and deposited on the skin, mucous membranes or breathed in. ([Wikipedia, Thaumetopoein](https:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/Thaumetopoein))<br \/>\nThese hairs have microscopic hooks that easily dig into the skin and release irritating substances.<\/p>\n<h2>Risks and symptoms in children and adults<\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Urticarial dermatitis and skin rashes:<\/strong> red reactions, intense itching and papules. :contentReference[oaicite:0]{index=0}<\/li>\n<li><strong>Eye irritation:<\/strong> conjunctivitis, itching, swelling, even hairs embedded in the cornea. :contentReference[oaicite:1]{index=1}<\/li>\n<li><strong>Respiratory symptoms:<\/strong> cough, difficulty breathing, asthma or asthma attack in allergic cases. :contentReference[oaicite:2]{index=2}<\/li>\n<li><strong>Systemic allergic reactions:<\/strong> anaphylaxis, facial edema, allergic shock in severe cases. :contentReference[oaicite:3]{index=3}<\/li>\n<li><strong>Mucous and respiratory orifices:<\/strong> the hairs can affect the nose, throat or even the bronchi. :contentReference[oaicite:4]{index=4}<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2>Possible medical conditions<\/h2>\n<p>Below are some documented examples of disorders caused by the processionary moth:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Contact dermatitis:<\/strong> immediate or delayed after contact with caterpillar hairs. :contentReference[oaicite:5]{index=5}<\/li>\n<li><strong>Asthma or allergic bronchitis:<\/strong> by inhalation of hairs. :contentReference[oaicite:6]{index=6}<\/li>\n<li><strong>Orofacial or periorbital edema in children:<\/strong> documented cases of facial swelling after contact. :contentReference[oaicite:7]{index=7}<\/li>\n<li><strong>Anemia or allergic shock:<\/strong> in hypersensitive people, there may be a severe systemic reaction. :contentReference[oaicite:8]{index=8}<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2>Risk factors and sensitivity<\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li>People with a history of allergies or asthma will be at higher risk.<\/li>\n<li>Prolonged or repeated exposure may sensitize and increase the severity of reactions. :contentReference[oaicite:9]{index=9}<\/li>\n<li>Areas close to infested trees increase the risk of hairy air. :contentReference[oaicite:10]{index=10}<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2>Prevention and action in the garden<\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li>Avoid having pine trees very close to children&#039;s play areas.<\/li>\n<li>Remove processionary nests or bags before the caterpillars grow.<\/li>\n<li>Keep the garden clean, avoid dead leaves and debris that scatter hairs.<\/li>\n<li>Wear clothing that covers the skin (long-sleeved shirts, gloves).<\/li>\n<li>In case of contact: wash with water and neutral soap, avoid rubbing, see a doctor if there is an intense reaction.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2>Outstanding scientific references<\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/articles\/PMC3678440\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Skin Reactions to Pine Processionary Caterpillar (PMC)<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.sciencedirect.com\/science\/article\/pii\/S1578219011000928\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Skin Reactions on Exposure to the Pine Processionary<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.sciencedirect.com\/science\/article\/abs\/pii\/S0301054606735121\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Allergy to pine processionary caterpillar (Thaumetopoea)<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/articles\/PMC7949654\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">An unusual case of processionary moth reaction<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.mdpi.com\/1660-4601\/20\/6\/4735\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Occupational Exposure of Forest Workers to Urticating Setae<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.elsevier.es\/en-revista-allergologia-et-immunopathologia-105-articulo-non-occupational-allergy-caused-by-pine-13059847\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Non-occupational allergy caused by the pine processionary<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>It is essential not to underestimate the risks: if you have pine trees near your garden, taking control measures with professionals can prevent serious health problems.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>The pine processionary moth (Thaumetopoea pityocampa) poses a real risk to human health, especially in areas near pine trees and gardens. 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