Fire-Ant Sting
Description: After being stung by the fire ant, tiny painful red bumps
appear. After an hour or so, they usually change into blisters.
Treatment:
1. Apply ice pack at ten minute intervals for a period up to ½ hour
2. When through with ice pack treatment, apply bite soothing lotion such
as calamine.
3. Some people have symptoms of severe allergic reactions are:
• shortness of breath
• thickening of the tongue
• sweating
• an anaphylactic shock
• Seek medical help immediately if you have an allergic
reaction.
( Dr. Michael Stachiw, Ph.D.)
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