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Insect bites & stings

Added on:6/11/2008 6:21:19 PM
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Clean the affected area with soap and water to prevent infection. 

Do not scratch. Instead, gently rub with your finger to soothe the itch. 

If need be, apply a cool compress to ease the pain and swelling.

Its an emergency!
If there is severe reaction such as breathing difficulty, abdominal pain, swelling of the face, eyes or other parts of the body.
Symptoms of shock - pale skin, increased heart rate, rapid breathing, vomiting, loss of consciousness etc.
There are three or more stings on the body.
Your are stung in the mouth.
You develop extensive skin rash all over your body.


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