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Although insect bites or sting need not need a medical attention, the scars, swellings and pain which they leave are often irritating. Try the following home remedies for sting or bite -
With the help of the blunt side of a knife scrap out the skin where you have got a sting or bite. Dissolve 1 tsp baking soda in water to make a paste. Apply this directly on the sting for 15-20 minutes.
Rub the affected skin with wet aspirin. This is a very effective remedy and gives immediate relief.
Apply calamine lotion on the bites, it will act as a great coolant and prevent itching.
In future to avoid bee sting wear appropriate clothes preferably with full sleeves and full pants and boots during any outdoor activity and don’t disturb the bees nest purposely.
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