Insect Bites and Stings | Insect Bites Treatment | How to Treat Insect Bites and Stings | 2018

Whether it's a wasp sting, bee sting, hornet sting, tick bite or horsefly bite this complete guide will teach you how to treat and identify them.

Hey everyone, this weeks video is about how to identify and treat insect bites or stings. With the recent warm weather we have had in the UK, Public Health England have revealed that calls to the NHS helpline 111 about insect bites are almost double the rate they normally are at this time of year.

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WHEN TO GET MEDICAL ADVICE:
Contact your GP, Pharmacist or call NHS 111 for advice if,

• You're worried about a bite or sting.
• Your symptoms don't start to improve within a few days or are getting worse.
• You've been stung or bitten in your mouth or throat, or near your eyes
a large area (around 10cm or more) around the bite becomes red and swollen.
• You have symptoms of a wound infection, such as pus or increasing pain, swelling or redness.
• You have symptoms of a more widespread infection, such as a fever, swollen glands and other flu-like symptoms.

WHEN TO GET EMERGENCY MEDICAL HELP:
Dial 999 for an ambulance immediately if you or someone else has symptoms of a severe reaction, such as:

• Wheezing or difficulty breathing
• A swollen face, mouth or throat
• Nausea or vomiting
• A fast heart rate
• Dizziness or feeling faint
• Difficulty swallowing
• Loss of consciousness

Emergency treatment in hospital is needed in these cases.

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WHAT TO DO AFTER AN INSECT BITE OR STING:
To treat an insect bite or sting,

• Remove the sting or tick if it's still in the skin (As demonstrated in video).
• Wash the affected area with soap and water.
• Apply a cold compress (such as a flannel or cloth cooled with cold water) or an ice pack to any swelling for at least 10 minutes.
• Raise or elevate the affected area if possible, as this can help reduce swelling.
• Avoid scratching the area, to reduce the risk of infection.
• Avoid traditional home remedies, such as vinegar and bicarbonate of soda, as they're unlikely to help.
• The pain, swelling and itchiness can sometimes last a few days. Ask your pharmacist about over-the-counter treatments that can help, such as painkillers, creams for itching and antihistamines.

LYME DISEASES AND REMOVING TICKS:
Lyme disease is a bacterial infection that can be spread to humans by infected ticks. It's usually easier to treat if it's diagnosed early.

For more information on Lyme disease and removing ticks properly please visit:

PREVENTING INSECT BITES:
There are some simple precautions you can take to reduce your risk of being bitten or stung by insects,

• Remain calm and move away slowly if you encounter wasps, hornets or bees – don't wave your arms around or swat at them.
• Cover exposed skin by wearing long sleeves and trousers.
• Wear shoes when outdoors.
• Apply insect repellent to exposed skin – repellents that contain 50% DEET (diethyltoluamide) are most effective.
• Avoid using products with strong perfumes, such as soaps, shampoos and deodorants – these can attract insects.
• Be careful around flowering plants, rubbish, compost, stagnant water, and in outdoor areas where food is served.
• You may need to take extra precautions if you're travelling to part of the world where there's a risk of serious illnesses. For example, you may be advised to take antimalarial tablets to help prevent malaria.

DISCLAIMER:
This video is for information only and should not be used for the diagnosis or treatment of medical conditions. Abraham The Pharmacist has used all reasonable care in compiling the information but make no warranty as to its accuracy. Always consult a doctor or other healthcare professional for diagnosis and treatment of medical conditions.

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[sekhemft]

Pictures are really helpful and not too horrible to look at

[nachosfredrcik]

My child got bit by a tick once and had a very similar bullseye type rash. Very useful for everyone to know about this rash and to see a GP straight away if it develops 🙏🙏

[Food_holicYum]

I used to be covered in mosquito bites every summer back home in Malta. Mum use to say that I had sweet blood.

[neginneysari]

Insects are really annoying especially in summer :( you're very responsible for preparing videos even if you feel sick! To me it's admirable.👏 Thanks for video and hope you are feeling better!

[wjejwjje]

I have about 15 bites on me right now all over my back and legs it happened while I was sleeping
It’s not bed bugs, I later found my window opened... I used Benadryl and it made them go away in around 3 days.

[MsOliveLeaf]

My redness and swelling didn't go away for five days after the bite until I used 91 % rubbing alcohol; Benadryl cream and an analgesic. By morning, the redness and swelling was reduced by at least 60 %. That was only from one treatment. I'm still working on it.

[jessfran]

I really like your personality and energie. I think that this is something what a 17 years old girl normally say, but it is true so why don't i spread the love right? Thanks for fighting through feeling crappy for us, you're such an inspiration.

[en]

If you got an itch it’s gotta be scratched! Great video ATP, smashed it

[dcat]

I don't know what bit me but I appreciate the advice and how to treat same. Thank you.

[NLL]

Always look forward to 4pm when your videos go live!! Great information in this video. I never knew how to remove it. When on holiday my mum got bit and it ended up swelling into a blister... what would you recommend?? Looking forward to your next one! Always cheers me up how enthusiastic you are 👌🏻

[taiclop]

I almost died with the back definition thing 😂😂😂
I was laughing so hard that i couldn'd get oxygen into my lungs.
He defo has a good back 😂👌
Hope you are better 😍

[calirabbit]

Man you’re like the chillest doctor alive

[ivyhoskins]

Yo its winter and I always get attacked 😂

[CaitlinFarar]

I know you said not to use bicarbonate of soda, but it is part of my grandmother’s home remedy that she used to use on me. I know it works on fire ant bites (it’s Texas y’all😉) and her remedy work very well. It stops the pain almost immediately, the redness and inflammation disappear quickly, and it looks like it was never there. For any one interested here’s the recipe.

1.) Crush one aspirin. If you have a lot of bites or stings you’ll obviously need more aspirin.
2.) Pour a little bit of baking soda in with the crushed aspirin. I never measure it, but if I had to guess it’s probably not more than a 1/4 tsp.
3.) Add just enough water to make a paste.
4.) Apply the paste to the sting or bite.
5.) Once the pain has diminished grab the nearest shoe and smash the devilish beast back to hell where it came from.

[josephvinod]

excellent video. love the variety in the content being made now a days. Can you make a video on Pharmacist-Scientist(M.Pharm, PhD) as a career and the role pharmacist scientists play.

[matthewhanson]

Great info. Very nasty those horse fly bites. I wish pharmacies did a tick list of symptoms to look out for ✅

[naomilong]

Awesome vid Abraham. That back tho... pull ups 😂but seriously now... thanks for the great message because this is a big problem with the warm weather.

[moudyk]

Great video!! Los of bites with this warm weather!!

[liamknight]

Love your work Abe. Can you do a video with all your bloopers in one? I love watching them all you have so much fun making videos