Is there a way to reduce mosquito bites from swelling
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What are some effective ways of reducing itching from a mosquito bite?
Anyone have suggestions on how to reduce or prevent mosquito bites from swelling or becoming inflamed?
Typically when myself or my son gets a bite in most cases it will swell to the size of a silver dollar. Aside from normal prevention techniques any tips on treatment or ways of reducing/preventing the swelling.
Notes:
- it itches but is not painful
- the swelling does go down on it's own after time but can last quite a while
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It is possible your son is allergic to mosquitos.
Some natural solutions to itching & swelling include rubbing the area with:
- apple vinegar
- lemon juice
- eucalyptus oil
- Vicks vapor rub
- raw garlic
- raw honey reduces pain
- vinegar mixed with olive oil
You can also rub 1 tablespoon of lavender oil with 1 tablespoon of olive oil and rub it directly on the bite, this helps with reducing the swelling. Keep this mixture away from the eyes though.
Source: Natural Remedies for Insect Bites.
Have a look at AfterBite, it is a treatment for insect bites and stings.
You can apply it to bitten areas, provides relief from mosquito, ticks, fleas, horse flies, black flies, etc.
Note: I am not affiliated with this product in any way, shape, or form.
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