10 Insect Bites and What to Do with Each One

Remove the tick as soon as possible with fine-tipped tweezers. Grasp the tick near the skin’s surface and pull upward with steady, even pressure.

Clean the bite area with soap and water or an antiseptic.

Apply a cold compress if there’s swelling.

Monitor for symptoms like fever, rash, or flu-like symptoms, which could indicate Lyme disease or other tick-borne illnesses.

5. Bedbug Bites
What to Do:

Clean the bite area with soap and water.

Apply a cold compress to reduce itching and swelling.

Use antihistamines or hydrocortisone cream to relieve itching.

Consider treating your home for bedbugs, as the bites often occur in clusters and can persist without eliminating the infestation.

6. Spider Bites (Non-Venomous)
What to Do:

Clean the bite with soap and water.

Apply a cold compress to reduce swelling.

Use hydrocortisone cream for itching or pain relief.

Seek medical advice if the bite area grows larger or shows signs of infection.

7. Chigger Bites
What to Do:

Clean the bite area with soap and water.

Apply an anti-itch cream such as hydrocortisone or calamine lotion.

Use a cold compress to reduce swelling.

Avoid scratching to prevent infection.

8. Horsefly Bites
What to Do:

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