Fighting insect bites
For many people, especially those living in tropical climates, battling insect bites may be a regular occurrence.
Common Insect Bites
Common insect bites and stings that can lead to allergic reactions are caused by the following insects-
• Mosquitoes
• Fleas
• Mites
• Spiders
• Bees
• Wasps
• Hornets
Symptoms of Insect Bites
• Swelling
• Localized pain
• Redness
• Itching
• Rashes
Symptoms of Insect Bites: Rashes
• Numbness
• Burning
• Tingling sensation
• Cramps
• Breathlessness
• Weakness
• Stiffness or joint pain
• Nausea or vomiting
Symptoms of Insect Bites: Nausea and Vomiting
Home Remedies for Insect Bites
• Raw Honey has powerful anti-microbial properties that help to relieve the itching sensation and also prevent from infection. Take a clean cloth or a cotton ball, dip into raw honey and apply this onto the affected parts.
Home Remedies for Insect Bites: Raw Honey
• A mixture of cider vinegar and lemon juice may be applied on the affected area with a cotton ball
• Aloe Vera gel is a natural antiseptic agent that is very effective in treating insect bites. Take a fresh Aloe Vera leaf,; simply cut it open and rub onto the affected area to reduce the swelling, pain and itching sensation.
Home Remedies for Insect Bites: Aloe Vera Gel
• Onion contains enzymes that help break down the inflammatory compounds. Cut a slice of onion and rub it over the affected part.
• Baking soda is another ingredient that is used for treating insect bites. Take a teaspoon of baking soda and add few drops of water, mix well till it makes a paste. Apply this paste gently onto the affected area, leave for few minutes and wash off with warm water.
Home Remedies for Insect Bites: Baking Soda
• Papaya has medicinal enzymes that can heal the bites of insects; slice a raw papaya and apply on the affected part to slow down the swelling effect.
Home Remedies for Insect Bites: Papaya
• The oil extract from tea tree serves as an anesthesia. It can be applied externally on the affected part to reduce the swelling of insect bites.
• Use an ice pack and rub on the area of bite or sting for 15-20 minutes. This will help in reducing the inflammation or swelling that causes itching.
• Toothpaste has anti-inflammatory substances like baking soda and menthol that help reduce the pain when it is applied to the affected area.
Home Remedies for Insect Bites: Toothpaste
• Dab a piece of cotton to lavender oil and apply directly to the affected area to get a quick relief from itching sensation.
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