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Mosquito Bite Treatment And Prevention

Elvin-Ritchie | Apr 28, 2011 |

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The best form of mosquito bite treatment would be to prevent them in the first place, that's not an easy task but before we go into the treatment we shall look at mosquito bite prevention.

Mosquito Bite Prevention

As I've explained in the article Why Do Mosquito Bites Itch, only the female of the species bite, and it's because she needs the supplements that are found in blood for the development of her eggs. Therefore the first step in mosquito bite prevention is to try and avoid breeding grounds. These are typically rivers, lakes or ponds, but anywhere with a little stagnant water is perfect for laying their eggs.

Try to cover up as much skin as possible, I know thats impossible in the day when it's boiling hot, but in the evenings, which is feeding time for most mosquito species, covering up your arms and legs will greatly help in the prevention of a bite. Also try to stick to wearing lighter colored clothing because apparently darker colors attract them.

Using a good insect repellent is an essential step in the prevention of a mosquito bite, there are many to choose from, some work a lot better than others. The best and most effective one is Repel Sportsmen.

Mosquito's are very sensitive to smells and odors and a great prevention method is using the natural repellents garlic and vitamin B1. Try and work these into your diet a couple of weeks before entering mosquito populated areas and the scent from your pores will be a constant deterrent.

A Mosquito Net is essential for bite prevention in places with high numbers of mosquito's, when you are asleep you are a vulnerable target for all night feasting. Make sure you have all the edges tucked in and you're keeping them out and not trapping them in with you for exclusive dining. The Savanna Canopy Net will guarantee you a threat free night.

Mosquito Bite Treatment

No matter how many precautions you take it is pretty inevitable that you will sustain a bite or two so it's important to know how to deal with them and administer the proper treatment as they happen.

It is the swelling that causes the itch as the expanding blood vessels put pressure on your nerve cells, so reducing the swelling is the key in treatment for a mosquito bite.

First step, if possible, is too wash the bite with soap and water to remove the saliva and reduce the chance of an infection.

Applying ice to the mosquito bite or having a cold shower is the next easiest form of treatment. This will constrict the capillaries near your skins surface and reduce further allergic reaction, lessening the swelling and reducing the itch. Cold drink cans make a good substitute.

It is the release of histamine that causes the swelling and the itch so an antihistamine product will help. Avoid scratching. As much as you want to, this will cause more histamine to be released.

Anti-inflammatories such as Ibuprofen are perfect for the treatment and reducing of large swelling and a topical anesthetic or Calamine Lotion or Aloe Vera should work great to sooth the itchiness.

Maybe you're one of the lucky people who never seem to get bitten at all, but if not, following this guide of mosquito bite prevention and treatment should help your summer or tropical vacation be as bite free as possible.