Bites & Stings

Bee and other insect stings can knock the fun out of a backyard barbecue. Because these events usually happen around the home, it is advisable to have on hand some treatments that will alleviate...

Wasp stings are unpleasant enough that most people try to avoid these insects if possible. If a wasp stings you, take immediate steps to minimize the acute pain that will undoubtedly begin. There...

Mosquitoes are annoying pests that put a damper on outdoor activities. These flying insects also cause concern because of diseases they may transmit to humans, such as malaria or West Nile virus....

Pesky insects can crawl on our clothes and sometimes our skin without being detected. Feet are often an easy target and itching can occur from the insect bite, then progress into swelling and even...

Spider bites of any kind should be taken seriously. The wolf spider is a member of a very large species; there are approximately 50,000 spider types in the arachnid family. Spiders play an...

Centipedes are an insect of the Chilopoda class. Over 20 families and 3,000 species of centipedes have been found worldwide. Most centipedes that the average person will encounter are...

I'm writing this article as I sit with my foot elevated and ice on my ankle. I got bit by some type of spider and didn't even feel it or know it! Don't panic. Here's what to do.

Have no fear, or at least little fear. Bee stings are rarely deadly. In fact only 3% of children will experience an allergic reaction if stung. Nevertheless, a bee sting can be scary for a child...

How do I stop the swelling and itching of a fire ant bite? Is a fire ant bite supposed to be swollen? Should I pop the pustule the forms after a fire ant bite? Is my fire ant bite infected? These...

Almost everyone has experianced getting stung by a bee, or at least know someone who has. For most people, bee stings are a painful annoyance that passes with some local swelling, minor pain and...

The Wolf Spider is often mistaken for its more deadly cousin the Brown-Recluse spider. They often seek refuge indoors when the weather turns cold and lurk around corners and inside houses. ...

A bee sting is a painful experience that usually results in swelling, as well as a constant burning and itching sensation. There are a number of over-the-counter treatments for insect stings, but...

How to take the bite out of a bee or wasp sting.

This article on “How to be safe from bites, stings, and rashes” will help each of us, our children, family and friends be safe as possible during the spring and summer seasons.

If you are unfortunate enough to have an encounter with fire ants, you are likely to be stung multiple times by each ant. And since ants often attack en mass, the experience is likely to be...

Learn how to treat flea bites. If you’ve ever had a house infested with fleas you know just how irritating those little buggers can be. Flea bites can be extremely irritating and in some people...

As bothersome as they are to most, bee stings can be much more than a nuisance to those with severe allergies. The U.S. Centers for Disease Control estimates that each year between 40 and 50...

For some of you the worst time of the year is summer, even though for some of us, summer is what we are longing for especially after a long winter of cold weather and lots of snow....This article...

There is nothing worse than trying to enjoy the great outdoors and having to fend off the biting, stinging insects. In addition to the swelling and itching that accompanies these bites, many...

Spending time in the great outdoors is a hobby for some and a passion for others, but no matter how much you love nature, no one likes a bug bite. Even if you cover yourself--head to toe--in bug...

Learn tips for reducing the swelling of a bite in this free video clip from an expert physician about how to treat insect bites.

The adder, the only indigenous poisonous snake found in England, Scotland and Wales, bites hundreds of people, dogs and other animals yearly.UK poisons centers are consulted on an average of 100...

There is nothing more annoying than an irritating mosquito bite when you are trying to enjoy the warm summer months. While some people are more sensitive to the bites, we all feel the itch and...

Ants are creative and wonderful creatures--until you get bitten by one of them. Though these insects are small, they pack a powerful bite. Depending upon the type of ant, they may even swarm and...

A spider bite can often cause itching, redness and swelling. These are mild reactions, and can usually be treated at home. Certain spiders' bites have the potential to be deadly, but 99% of...

If you are mildly allergic to bee, mosquito and ant bites you probably have antihistamine pills and creams in your house. If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, these must remain on the shelf in...

Her are some ways to treat and prevent bites and stings from insects. This article will also show you ways to relive the pain.

Bee stings can be painful and, in rare cases, deadly. Keeping a bee sting kit handy when traveling or camping is a good idea because medical help may not be available. Bee sting kits should...

Bedbugs are nocturnal creatures that feed on human blood. Because their bites don't hurt, you may not realize you're a victim until you start itching and notice swelling in a reddened wheal....

Chiggers are the larva of the harvest mite, commonly found in temperate climates. Like mites, they tend to bite the surface of the skin. Here's how to treat the area if you are bitten.

The sting of a wasp or hornet is considered venomous. Quick removal of the stinger and proper follow-up care will help reduce pain and minimize swelling of the site.