There is no way of escaping the little critters and for the most part, insects are harmless although the insect bites can be quite annoying. It is important to try and be able to identify some common insect bites so that if you or some one you know happens to have a run in with […]
Tag Archives: Insect Bites
Adults and kids alike are irritated by insect bites (or figuratively). There are many anti-itch remedies to stop itchiness and burn in the irritation of the skin. However, many products that heal insect bites contain chemicals or other ingredients that some avoid for health reasons or otherwise. Here are 5 natural insect bite remedies. Natural […]
Over the last few years, insect bites that are responsible for diseases and illnesses have been on the rise. In rural areas, the cases of Lyme disease and tick-related illness have become more prevalent. Mosquito bites can cause diseases such as the West Nile virus and Yellow fever and if there is an allergic reaction, […]
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Moderate to severe itching is unpleasant to say the least and can result from numerous sources, not limited to: bug bites, sunburn, fungal infection, dry skin, allergies, and a host of dermatological and medical conditions. The cause of itching will impact how well any given itch treatment works and which treatments work best. Obviously, if […]
If you or a member of your family has been bitten by an insect but haven’t noticed the bug, you should get some help in identifying the bug bite. To properly diagnose an insect bite, you need to look for two different signs or symptoms. The following 10 tips will help you identify the bug […]
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My many studies and research for past medical articles, papers and instructional guides has given me the essential knowledge that it takes to bring this type of important data to you, my readers. Insects may not drive fear into all hearts but for some they soon learn just how dangerous insects can be. Insect bites […]
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Spring and summer bring new life in the great outdoors. They also bring our children out of doors where they can encounter some of Mother Nature’s less friendly critters. All children get insect bites at some point. Last summer, my daughter stepped on a bee at the swimming pool. She cried and screamed so loud […]
Before moving to Tucson, I didn’t think much about bug bites, except for mosquitoes. Now, living in this desert community, I have learned to be cognizant of bug bites because the consistently hot weather creates a hospitable environment for the various insects living in the area. I learned firsthand about identifying insect bites when my […]
Tea tree oil has been used throughout the years as an antiseptic for minor cuts, burns, abrasions and insect bites. After suffering from annoying and itchy mosquito bites I decided to try to sooth the itch with something natural such as tea tree oil. I went to my local drugstore and found a bottle of […]
There’s a little red bump on your arm but you don’t know how it got there. Before you quickly dismiss it, better make sure it’s not something that will go from a little-bitty red bump to a large hole in your arm. Not to alarm you too much, but indeed, if you’re bitten by, say, […]
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