I have a problem with Mosquitoes I can't go out side much do to them?

Answer 1

use OFF spray with deet

Answer 2

You should use a DEET bug spray prior to going outside.

However it sounds like your problem is that you are one of those people who are the "favored food" for these flying pests.

You can take a daily summertime Mega dose of B vitamins to make yourself less appealing.
Be sure that you have had a recent screen for diabetes with your doctor, also, especially if this runs in your family. Bugs love a sugary treat!

You may also be allergic to the bites, and therefore find yourself far more troubled by them. Try a non-drowsy type of anti-histamine such as clariten before spending a day outdoors, and take along a couple of remedies to treat any bite area, as soon as you notice the itch or see the bite. Try different ones and see which works best for you.
1) Styptic pencil--like used to stop bleeding when shaving.
2) topical Benadryl ointment--I think this may even come in a stick for bug bites?
3) cortisone cream
4) a quick paste of few drops of botled water (or spit) and several shakes from adolph's MEAT TENDERIZER, make a little poltice over the bite area & then cover with a bandaide.
This denaturates the protein that the mosquitoe injected in the bite (in order to prevent the blood from clotting,) that causes the reaction for most people with bite allergies.
Good Luck!

Answer 3

Howdy there Cowgirl! Well, I've found that Lavender keeps them away. I use the "Healing Garden" Lavender therapy spray that you can get at any Long's Drug Store, Walgreens, Target or Wal Mart. It's pretty inexpensive, $6.00 for a large bottle here in California. I spray it on my exposed skin generously and they don't even light on me... (and being diabetic, trust me, they just LOVE my blood)!!

Try it, I don't think that you'll be disappointed.

Best of luck!

Answer 4

I have found that most flying insects don't like the smell of Patchouli. I use a concentration of 10 drops of essential oil to 1oz. carrier oil and rub it on my exposed skin and they don't bite... they don't even lite.
Check your skin for tolerance of patchouli as some folks get burned by the pure oil. You might want a less strong mixture.

Answer 5

Taking B vitamin supplements will help. Not sure which site will give you the proper info but you can search it and read a little more on the facts

Answer 6

first of all check areas around your house mosquitoes are attracted to water, where ever it is get rid of it.
I've heard B12 will help, and don't wear perfume and do wear light colored closed

Answer 7

Once you are bitten, dab hydrogen peroxide on the bites.

Answer 8

yea, deffinately try off, and vitamin b,! Smoke makes them go away, like from a fire, or citronella. etc.

Answer 9

Mosquitoes are not only a nuisance--their bites can cause serious complications including the transmission of diseases such as malaria, yellow fever, encephalitis, and West Nile virus (WN) to humans and animals.

While there are many ways to deter mosquitoes from biting you, some are more toxic than others. The following suggestions give you easy ways to repel these pests:
* Use Bounce Fabric Softener Sheets--just wipe on and go. This is great for babies.
* Supplement with one vitamin B-1 tablet a day from April through October. Add 100 mg of B-1 to a B-100 Complex daily during the mosquito season.
* Don't eat bananas during mosquito season--mosquitoes love bananas! There is something about how your body processes the banana oil that attracts these female sugar-loving insects.
* One of the best natural insect repellents is Vick's Vaporub®.
* Planting marigolds around your yard works great as a bug repellent because the flowers give off a fragrance bugs do not like. This is a great way to ward off mosquitoes without using chemical insecticides.
* Campers agree that the very best mosquito repellant is Avon Skin-So-Soft® bath oil mixed half and half with rubbing alcohol.
* One of the best natural insect repellants we use in Texas is made from the clear liquid vanilla that is sold in Mexico. It is reported to work great for mosquitoes and ticks, and spreading a little vanilla mixed with olive oil on your skin smells great.
* Commercial mosquito dunks will kill mosquito larvae before they become mosquitoes. There are fairly environmentally sound biological mosquito controls containing no toxic chemicals. Each dunk affectively treats up to 100 square feet of surface water regardless of depth for about 30 days. Dunks may be broken into smaller pieces to treat small areas. Unused and dried out dunks retain their potency indefinitely, so you can store extras for the long summer season. Put them in fountains, ponds, rain gutters, flowerpot trays, and anywhere water may pool.
* Citronella soap is a product that started in the Bahamas and Belize. The soaps are made with olive oil for moisture and great lather, Aloe Vera to soothe the skin, and citronella oil to repel mosquitoes. For high intensity protection you can burn citronella incense. Mosquitoes avoid citronella and they hate the smoke.
* Citronella essential oil (Java Citronella) is considered to be the highest quality citronella on the market. The best quality is steam distilled from the grass giving it a fresh, sweet woody aroma. It blends well with geranium, cedar wood and other citrus oils. It is 100 percent pure essential oil--no additives, no dilutants, no adulteration, just safe mosquito repellent.
* Electronic repellents utilize one to two sound frequencies to simulate dragonflies and other male mosquitoes, creating a competitive environment for the blood-sucking female. These devices come with Velcro bands for wearing on your wrist or ankle, or on your pocket or belt. This makes for a versatile, compact unit that you can take anywhere for protection. Some units even have a built-in red flashlight for nighttime use.

Other Contributions:
Step One
Wear long pants and a long-sleeved shirt. Tuck the pant legs into your socks and tuck all shirts in completely.

Step Two
Cover up with a hat, preferably with ear flaps.

Step Three
Consider treating your clothing with a product containing Permethrin, especially if you will be in a mosquito-infested area for a long period of time. The chemical will last on treated clothes for up to five washings. Do not spray Permethrin on your skin.

Step Four
Generously spray the area around your ankles, and other exposed skin, with a repellent containing 30 percent DEET (diethyltoluamide). Lotions and gels are also available.

Step Five
Repeat applications as indicated on bottle or tube.

Step Six
Wash all skin exposed to repellent with warm soapy water after exiting a mosquito-ridden area.

Step Seven
Treat the areas outside your home first, as this is where mosquitoes breed. Various sprays and foggers are available for this purpose. Go to a home and garden store or consult a pest control firm for recommendations on what to use in your area.

Step Eight
Remove every source of standing water you can find around your home. This includes water sitting in old tires, in flowerpot saucers, in tin cans, in barrels or in birdbaths, which should be cleaned thoroughly once a week. Also make sure rain gutters are cleaned out so that a blockage doesn't allow standing water to form.

Step Nine
Keep doors and windows closed tight, or make sure they have tight screens with no holes if they are left open.

Step Ten
Seal any exterior holes in your home that might allow mosquitoes in. Pay special attention to areas with utility holes or dryer vents. Seal or screen these openings as appropriate.

Step Eleven
Consider installing a trap that attracts mosquitoes with heat by making them think a "warm body" is in the vicinity. Mosquitoes are then trapped or electrocuted.

Step Twelve
Check your clothing and skin before you come inside. Mosquitoes often enter a house by "hanging on" to a human host. Pay special attention to your ankles and neck.

Tips & Warnings
* If you find a large area of standing water where mosquitoes are breeding on public property, notify your area's mosquito control office or health department.
* General "bug zappers" tend not to kill a lot of mosquitoes, although they may attract them to the area. Testing has also shown that sonic mosquito repellers are ineffective.
* Mosquitoes can carry infectious diseases, including malaria and encephalitis. If you become ill after receiving a mosquito bite, contact your physician immediately.

Additional tips:
-- Avoid wearing floral and fruity fragrances found in perfumes, body lotions, and detergents.
-- Avoid wearing dark clothing; mosquitoes are attracted to darker colors.
-- Dawn and dusk are times of peak mosquito activity, so try to avoid outdoor activities during these times.
-- Avoid exercising outdoors during peak mosquito times. Exercise creates more lactic acid, and your body will give off carbon dioxide. Mosquitoes are attracted to both of these scents. Sweat also attracts mosquitoes by creating a humid environment around your body.
-- Don't allow water to gather in your yard or campground.
-- Burn citronella candles or incense outdoors.
-- Eat more garlic. Garlic repels mosquitoes and can be found in some mosquito repellents.
-- Catnip repels mosquitoes. Keep some in your pocket or rub it on exposed areas. (Your cat will love you.)
-- Try rubbing parsley on any exposed extremities, such as your neck, arms, and legs.

The following is a list of ingredients which help repel mosquitoes. Because different ingredients repel different types of mosquitoes, a combination of these oils is the most effective in repelling a variety of mosquitoes. Look for these ingredients at your local market or try creating your own as an ointment or spray.
-- Citronella Oil
-- Castor Oil
-- Rosemary Oil
-- Lemongrass Oil
-- Cedar Oil
-- Peppermint Oil
-- Clove Oil
-- Geranium Oil