Insect Bite Treatment

Answer 1

Deer flies only live for a few days, so if you wait a few days, they will all be dead.

Of course, by that time, millions of more deer flies will be born, replacing the original deer flies and possibly augmenting their numbers considerably.

Deer fly larvae live in water or moist soil. If you can eliminate all water and moist soil within several miles of you, you will probably reduce the deer fly population considerably.

Answer 2

Treatment

Treatment for fly bites is symptomatic, meaning medical care can be handed at the existence of certain symptoms.

For the usual pain and swelling around the bite, ice on the affected area would do the job. Remember always to clean the surrounding areas with soap and water to prevent further contamination. Try to keep the dog from scratching so as not to break the swelled skin that can lead to infection.

Answer 3

It is true that Deer Fly bites are painful. The tissues around the bite are affected causing major soreness to the touch, swelling, and constant itchiness. In bad reactions, like mine, edema sets in.

Time is the main factor to get rid of a deer fly bite but to tolerate the pain and itchiness associated with it you can:

- Apply ice to it as soon as possible after you are bitten.

- Put Calamine lotion directly on the spot.

- Put your hand/foot or where you got bit under cold water for relief.

- Try not to touch the area too much

- Avoid getting bit again in the same area!

Answer 4

Aspiring outdoor enthusiasts should receive basic wilderness preparation training before spending significant time camping, fishing, backpacking, hunting or on any other activity that requires prolonged exposure to outdoor environmental conditions. Because these activities usually take place far from medical facilities, knowledge of first-aid ensures that possible accidents and acts of nature such as severe insect attacks will be promptly and effectively handled until medical assistance is available. However, most wilderness mishaps don't require treatment from skilled health care professionals and only need a quick, simple application of fundamental first-aid.

The most common irritation that affects those indulging in outdoor sports is bites from stinging insects. Wasps, bees, hornets, horseflies and mosquitoes are among flying insects that can inflict painful bites on human skin. At least one person in the party of those on an outdoor adventure should have knowledge of basic insect bite treatment. Anyone with an allergy to specific insects such as bees needs to make the condition known to others in the group and to be sure to carry proper treatment materials at all times. Bee stings can be fatal for certain people, for instance, and those with severe allergic reactions to bees should never go outdoors unprepared.

Insect bite treatment is often simply a matter of wiping off the affected area with clean material, application of a topical cream and possible placement of a cold-pack on the affected area. Lotions containing baking soda or colloidal oatmeal can relieve minor itching. Creams with pramoxine, hydrocortisone or lidocaine may be beneficial in relieving pain caused by insect bites. An oral antihistamine such as Benadryl can be taken to reduce symptoms.

Should the insect bite become extremely swollen or if the victim begins to experience significant pain, dizziness, nausea or difficultly breathing, professional medical assistance should be sought immediately. It is recommended that all wilderness adventurers carry a GPS unit with them at all times to assist them in quickly finding their way out in the event that it becomes necessary to obtain medical help.

Answer 5

I moisten baking soda and place on the bite. Benedryl or an allergy pill helps keep swelling down. Ice also does wonders with the swelling,pain and itching

Answer 6

I usually use Cortaid or Neosporin on them.

Answer 7

You can mix liquid tiger balm with body cream and put it on the affected area

Answer 8

use bug spray. some are made specal for deer flys