How to react to fire ant bites
The stings produced by fire ants can cause itching and a very uncomfortable burning. These ants are reddish brown and 1/2 centimeter long. They live in underground tunnels and are very territorial. His bite is very painful.
You will need to:- soap
- ice
- washcloth
- Cream with topical steroids or hydrocortisone ointments
- antihistamine
one
Wash the ant bite of the fire with soap and water. Rub the area with plenty of soap to remove as much of the poison as possible. Avoid scraping This will only cause more damage.
two
Put ice on a towel and leave it on the stings for 10 minutes.
3
Apply a cream with topical steroids or hydrocortisone ointments to the affected areas, or try an anesthetic spray containing benzocaine.
4
Take an over-the-counter antihistamine to reduce the swelling, itching, burning and other symptoms of allergic reaction from the fire ant bite.
Tips- To avoid infection, do not break the pustules.
- Call 911 if you experience a severe allergic reaction such as a swollen throat, rapid heart rate, or weakness and trouble breathing.
