am suffering from mosquito bites (in Spain) and would like advice on 1) prevention and 2) cures (if the former does not work!!). Have tried spraying with lemon cologne before going out, with reasonable success, but if you miss a bit the blighters seem to find it and bite me! Have also tried a hot
t-bag on a bite, which seems to take the sting out, but my bites tend to go bad easily. Any help / advice would be much appreciated - thanks!
Mosquito bites - prevention %26amp; cures please....?
I live in Florida capital of mosquito issues.
You need an repelant that contains, DEET, it's the best for keeping these pests off you.
Wair long sleeves and stay in during the early evening, and morning, this is when they feed.
Don't wair colognes or sent, some are attracted by these.
Rub your bits with a mint alcohol, or Absorbean Jr. ( I am not my spelling is correct), but either works great on bites.
If your bites go bad on you it means you are allergic to the bites and infected wash them and put an anti biotic antiseptic ointment on them to kill and prevent further infection.
Go to the doctor if they don't clear up.
The best advise is don't get bit stay in doors during their peek feeding times, early evening, morning and after it rains, and if there is a lot of humidity in the air.
This too attracts them.
They are not to be messed with, mosquito bites can be fatal.
Malaria, West Nial viruses, plus the possibility of allergy.
Sweat attracts these pest too, so try to stay cool and in where there is a/c. If a/c exsists in Spain take advantage of it.
Powder like talc can help in this aria.
Showers, and talc powders can be a big help.
The repelant is best if you need to be out side.
DEET is a plant oil that mosquitos and other biting pests hate.
Believe me I know.
I am a Floridian, 46 years now..
Reply:Another trick is a coil that Off puts out that keeps the mosquitoes away works well. You light it out side to repel them.
We use Deep Woods Off with DEET along with mosquito netting if possible.
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Reply:You may not like Marmite, but if you eat Marmite sandwiches then you don't get them.
There is something in Marmite that mosquitos and flys etc. can smell through your skin (people can't, don't worry) and they hate it, so they stay away.
And to get rid of them, use Anthesan cream. You can buy it in chemists in England.
Reply:Use Tea Tree oil. Firstly it repells the mozies and secondly if they still attack it has antiseptic qualities that reduce any swelling and pain. I used to use it when living in Mexico and it worked for me.
Reply:prevention: take one or two garlic capsules (not the oudorless variety) every day. It will leave a garlic smell on your skin that mosquitos don't like, but other Humans won't notice it. This prevention got me through my travels in Australia without being bitten once. Without the capsules I would have suffered badly!
Reply:The ultimate mosquito bite prevention?
3 Jul 2006
Scientists have identified insect repelling chemicals produced by people who don't get bitten by mosquitoes and will be revealing how they made their discovery at the Royal Society Summer Science Exhibition which opens today (3 July 2006).
The teams at Rothamsted Research and Aberdeen University, who previously answered the long running question of why some people get bitten and others don't, have now isolated chemicals present in the body odour of people who naturally repel insects and have filed patents.
"Those of us who don't get bitten by mosquitoes produce unattractive chemicals, which mask their otherwise attractive odours", said research leader, Professor John Pickett. "Humans produce hundreds of different chemicals so it has been challenging to identify the particular chemicals that mosquitoes respond to".
The scientists used a technique known as gas chromatography-electroantennography' to identify which components of the odour the insect can detect.
"Gas chromatography allows us to separate out the eau de human' into its individual chemical components. The electroantennography then allows us to simultaneously record the responses in the mosquito's antennae." Said Dr James Logan, who is working with Professor Pickett at Rothamsted.
The team are hopeful that their detailed research findings, which have been submitted for publication in a leading scientific journal, may lead to the development of effective natural' insect repellents and may also result in new control methods for biting pests responsible for livestock losses and the spread of human illnesses, such as malaria, dengue fever and yellow fever in developing countries. Until the results have been published, the team cannot reveal the details of specific chemical compounds.
The researchers are now carrying out trials to test their effectiveness in preventing mosquito bites.
Professor Pickett added: "We are currently testing the natural compounds by comparing them with World Health Organisation approved insect repellents on individuals known to be attractive to mosquitoes we hope to publish the results of these trials soon."
Visitors to the Summer Science Exhibition can test their 'attractiveness' to mosquitoes, without the risk of getting bitten, using another piece of Rothamsted kit, an olfactometer'. Volunteers are invited to place their hand in one chamber and mosquitoes are exposed to a choice of two airstreams, one of which is laced with odour from the volunteer's hand. The mosquito's behaviour in response to the smell can then be observed to determine if a volunteer is attractive' or repellent' to mosquitoes.
Treatment of Bites
Itching is the main symptom to control with insect bites. Topical antihistamines and anaesthetics are for quick temporary relief; hydrocortisone cream has slower onset, but longer effect.
Ibuprofen Gel. For pain and swelling from insect stings, is an excellent anti-inflammatory with quick onset.
Hydrocortisone cream 1% This preparation improves both itching and swelling/redness. It actually has anti-inflammatory effects, not just symptomatic relief like the topical anaesthetics. However, it does take longer for full effect than topical anaesthetics.
Xylocaine Gel 2% For immediate relief from surface itching and pain.
Any systemic reaction should be seen by a doctor immediately. This includes hives wherever they may occur, swelling in the face, shortness of breath or wheezing, difficulty swallowing, and light-headedness or fainting. These usually occur within minutes to an hour after the sting.
Local reactions generally don't require professional care. However, if your local reaction causes enough swelling or pain to distract you from your normal activities or keep you awake despite basic treatment, you should see a doctor. If the redness/swelling is worsening after 24 hours, see your doctor.
Reply:Deet is supose to work the best.
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