News media once again appears to be doing a disservice to the viewing public. Fear sells.
"Skeeter syndrome is diagnosed when you have a strong reaction to a mosquito bite. You may see a large area of swelling, soreness, redness, and itching or pain at the location of the bite. Such a reaction can develop within hours of the bite, and it may last for weeks." https://www.webmd.com/allergies/what-is-skeeter-syndrome
"Skeeter syndrome is diagnosed when you have a strong reaction to a mosquito bite. You may see a large area of swelling, soreness, redness, and itching or pain at the location of the bite. Such a reaction can develop within hours of the bite, and it may last for weeks." https://www.webmd.com/allergies/what-is-skeeter-syndrome
Everyone who itches from a mosquito bite is allergic to it (saliva).
