Bug bites can be one of the most annoying parts of
trying to spend some quality time with family and friends outdoors. Whether
people are trying to have a nice picnic in the fresh air, or trying to relax in
front of a nice backyard fire, there are always a few bugs that just can’t get
the clue. People can spray as much bug spray as they want, and light as many
bug repellant candles as they can, but there are still going to be some nasty
little bugs that will get to them when they least expect it. Bug bites can
cause red, swollen, and itchy irritated bumps. When they are scratched, it can
cause the skin to become infected making the rash worse. Thankfully, there are
some home remedies that can help to make bug bites a little more tolerable.
Salt
& Baking Soda Paste
Salt and baking soda paste is the most helpful home
remedy for reducing the itch and pain associated with bug bites. To make this
paste, just combine equal parts of salt and baking soda, and then add enough
water to create a thick paste solution. The affected area(s) just need to be
covered with the paste, and left on for as long as needed to sooth the rash.
Ice
Pack
Applying an ice pack to swollen skin has proven to
be an effective home remedy for bug bites. The ice pack should be left on the
bite for about 15 minutes once every hour for the first six hours after the
skin was bitten. Keeping the skin cool will help to numb the area, and reduce
most of the pain. It can also help soothe the skin to relieve some of the
itching. Finally, cooling the bug bite with an ice pack can also reduce the
swelling.
Treat
the Skin
To prevent the skin of a bug bite from getting
infected, it is important to treat the area quickly after the bite occurs. The
best way to treat the affected skin from a bug bite is to first wash it with
soap and water. After the area has been washed, rubbing alcohol or antiseptic
should be applied to the skin. If the bites still become irritated after the
skin has been washed, an antibiotic ointment should be applied to the skin and
covered with a bandage. This will help prevent itching, which will help keep
the skin from becoming infected.
Oatmeal
An unusual way to use oatmeal can actually provide
some comfort to itchy irritated skin caused from bug bites. Adding oatmeal to a
nice hot bath can help soothe all of the bug bite areas on the skin. It can
help with the pain and the itching, and it can leave the skin feeling better
for hours after the bath as well. Grinding a cup of oatmeal in the blender will
help make it dissolve faster and easier in the bath water.
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