The other night I was attacked by a single mosquito, about 5-6 times on my both my feet. 3 on one, and 2 on another, and I get the feeling another is developing on a toe. God damn, they itch. Unfortunatly I'm busy now, so I can't stop off at stores and such to buy lotions, etc.
I heard toothpaste works? But it's bad for the skin. If I use it, wash it off then apply lotion will everything be okay?
As for other stuff, I heard vinegar, and rubbing alcohol works too. Tell me about this. =o Or any other treatment that you'd think is good for these nasty bites.
2006-09-18 12:44:14 · 11 answers · asked by D 3 in Health ➔ General Health Care ➔ First Aid
Looking at your Avatar it appears you are Oriental. In Guangzhou, China, a single mosquito does more damage than any I have ever encountered anywhere in the world. A doctor of traditional medicine told me to use ginger and rub some on my exposed skin. Let the piece of ginger soak in a small amount of alcohol an hour before use. The still bite me; but not on the exposed skin.
2006-09-19 23:40:20 · answer #1 · answered by Calvin of China, PhD 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You've got company....the entire bomber squad heads for my yard when I'm out. And I'm allergic. The welts itch like mad.
I know an old remedy Adolf Meat Tenderizer (honest, no joke) is good to take the pain from bee stings. I've done it before.
Otherwise, I'd stick to the best I've found....Lanacane Spray. Worth a trip to the store to keep on hand. Without it, I wouldn't get a wink of itchless sleep.
2006-09-18 13:00:04 · answer #2 · answered by kitty mom 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
To keep mosquitos off you try rubbing your skin with the AVON product Skin SO Soft it works great to keep mosquitos off as well as tanning lotion and great after the shower to keep skin soft & young IT WORKS
2006-09-18 13:20:36 · answer #3 · answered by Donna M 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Mosquitoes don't hate you, they are attempting to feed on your blood. I'm having that problem too. Try to keep good screens on the windows and water away from them as much as possible. Wear long sleeved shirts and long pants and keep alert outside and stay mostly indoors.
Once already bitten, wash the area well with soap and warm water ASAP.
2006-09-18 12:55:40 · answer #4 · answered by Robert B 5 · 0⤊ 1⤋
Ok, well this is going to sound really bazare and all but if u somke or are around someone who dose smoke take a cigiret when its light and put it near ur skin tell u cant take the heat on ur skin...i swear to god my friend did it to me...it hurt alittle but it worked wonders for me. :)
good luck!
2006-09-18 12:48:39 · answer #5 · answered by Pretty Smiles 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It was -1 in Calgary this morning, effectively ending mosquito Heaven here.
2006-09-18 12:46:45 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
another way to keep them away is a dryer sheet. Just rub it on all exposed skin.
2006-09-18 14:33:53 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
skeeters dont hate you they just depend on humans for food without us they wouldnt live that might not seem so bad from your side but think about thier point i hate them too but im a little more caring
2006-09-18 12:46:54 · answer #8 · answered by dvaderrules 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I know vinegar helps but I wouldnt put It on my body.
2006-09-18 12:47:56 · answer #9 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
It's better than aliens being after you your every waking moment.
2006-09-18 12:51:37 · answer #10 · answered by Alert! -10 Points 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋