Bites And Stings Of Insects
Most insect bites are harmless, though they sometimes cause discomfort. Bee, wasp, and hornet stings and fire ant bites usually hurt. Mosquito and flea bites usually itch. Insects can also spread diseases. In the United States, some mosquitoes spread West Nile virus. Travelers outside the United States may be at risk for malaria and other infections.
To prevent insect bites and their complications:
- Don't bother insects
- Use insect repellant
- Wear protective clothing
- Be careful when you eat outside because food attracts insects
- If you know you have severe allergic reactions to insect bites and stings (such as anaphylaxis), carry an emergency epinephrine kit
WARNING: All medicines, drugs, plants, chemicals or medicial precedures below are for historical reference only. Many of these treatments are now known to be harmful and possibly fatal. Do not consume any plant, chemical, drug or otherwise without first consulting a licensed physician that practices medine in the appropriate field.
Physician's Therapeutics Memoranda on Bites And Stings Of Insects
BITES AND STINGS OF INSECTS
Alkaline lotions give relief; use a weak solution of ammonia. Alkal-amiseptine, diluted with an equal volume of water, sodium bicarbonate (10 grs. to the 11. oz.), sodium borate (10 to 20 grs. to fl oz.); carbolated oil or ointment also has a soothing effect.1
Alkaline lotions give relief; use a weak solution of ammonia. Alkal-amiseptine, diluted with an equal volume of water, sodium bicarbonate (10 grs. to the 11. oz.), sodium borate (10 to 20 grs. to fl oz.); carbolated oil or ointment also has a soothing effect.1
References
1) Nelson, Baker & Co., 1904, Physician's Handy Book of Materia Medica and Therapeustics, Detroit, Michigan.