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Some Facts About Insect Bites & Strings
How to Wash an Insect Bite
How to Reduce the Itching of an Insect Bite
How to Reduce the Swelling of an Insect Bite
How to Make a Salt Paste for an Insect Bite
Reducing Pain from an Insect Bite
How to Use Epsom Salt on an Insect Bite
How to Neutralize Toxins from an Insect Bite
How to Use Insect Repellent to Avoid Bits
How to Prevent Insect Stings
How to Prevent Insect Bites
How to Treat a Bee Sting
How to Use Heat on an Insect Bite
How to Use Mud to Treat an Insect Bite
Techniques for Treating Insect Bites
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Summary: How to reduce the pain of an insect bite in this free video clip from an expert physician.
Dr. Susan Jewell is a trained doctor and scientist in clinical research medicine, as well as a stem cell scientist in oncology and AIDS/HIV at the National Cancer Institute and UCLA...read more
"How to treat pain, swelling and itching from insect bites and stings. Baking soda can be found in supermarkets and has been shown to temporarily reduce pain and swelling associated with insect bites. Add one quarter to a half teaspoon of baking soda to a bowl. Add water to form a thick paste. May add more water or baking soda for desired consistency. Clean affected area with soap and water and pat dry. Apply paste to area patting and covering the bite to reduce swelling and pain."
eHow Article: Reducing Pain from an Insect Bite
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