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Bug Bites And Stings : Wasp And Bee And Insect Bites
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Patricia | November 3, 2009
Bug Bites And Stings : Wasp And Bee And Other Insect Bites
Bug bites are usually very irritating. They can cause considerable swelling and itching, thus bringing a lot of discomfort and pain, although these symptoms are usually temporary. In some cases a bug bite can lead to an unpleasant allergic reaction. Though bug bites usually don’t stay for a long period of time, there are number of cases in which a bug bite can be fatal. One of the most important things to do after any insect bite or sting is to wash the wound thoroughly. It is also important to ensure that you do indeed have a bug bite, and not any other kind of bite or sting. Check whether a stinger is still present inside the skin. If the bite is really a sting from a stinging insect like a wasp or a bee, first and foremost, you must remove the stinger. You can do this with a pair of tweezers. Make sure not to put a lot of pressure that could squeeze the wound, which will spread the venom further into the skin.
If you do in fact have bug bites, these are some of the home remedies you can try to cure the itching – however, remember that no matter what remedies you use, the itching will take a while to disappear:
Treat Insect Bites Stings
- Wash the wounded area at least three to four times a day until the skin is completely healed.
- One of the most effective ways to heal a rash is to use the leaves of plantain. Using a mortar and pestle, one can extract juice from the leaves and apply it on the affected area. This will reduce the itching and swelling caused due to a bug bite.
- A really old remedy against a bug bite is simply to apply some mud on the affected area. Applying mud instantly cools the skin, hence reducing the swelling and itching of the skin.
- Believe it or not, onions contain a particular enzyme that helps to manage the inflammatory compounds that form in your tissues in the aftermath of a bug bite. Simply cut an onion and apply it to the affected area to reduce the itching of the skin.
- Another most effective remedy against itching and swelling is to take one tablespoon of vinegar or lime juice and add it to 4 tablespoons of water. Gently apply the solution on the affected area. It is advisable to apply it with a piece of cotton for approximately 15-20 minutes.