5 Tips to Treat a Mosquite Bite!

Posted on June 2, 2010 with No Comments

Right after you get bit, wash the area with soap and water.  Mosquitoes carry all type of diseases and you could be at risk.

1. Running the bite under cold water or using an ice pack will temporally stop the pain and itch

2. Running the bite under hot water or compressing a hot cloth will also stop the pain and itch

3. Rub a banana peel on the bite for 30 second to a minute.  This will reduce the swelling and stop the itch.

4. House hold items you can dab on the bite use include the following: rubbing alcohol, toothpaste, and baking soda with water

5.  If you want to apply cream to the bite, use aloe vera, antihistamine creams, benedryl, or calamine lotion