Getting stung by a wasp is painful to say the least. These aggressive stinging pests are known for their ability to sting more than once and hunting instincts. If you have ever experienced a sting, you know that finding relief is the first thing on your mind. There are several things you can do to find relief when caring for a wasp sting. A-Tex Pest Management is here to share some tips to help you avoid unnecessary pain.
Get the Wasp Stinger Out
If you see that there is a stinger in your skin, you will not find any relief until you get rid of it. You should avoid using tweezers to grab the stinger because this will just release more venom into your skin. You should use a credit card or your fingernail to scrape the stinger out.
Use Ice to Dull the Pain
Ice helps to eliminate the inflammation that happens when your skin is injected with wasp venom. Place some small ice cubes in a plastic bag and with a thin washcloth or towel, apply ice to the sting sight for almost immediate relief. You can hold the ice on the area for 10 to 15 minutes at a time.
Baking Soda Neutralizes the Sting
Wasp venom is high in acidity. Making a paste out of baking soda and some lukewarm water is helpful in neutralizing it. Let this paste sit on the sting for 5 to 10 minutes and then gently rinse it off.
Witch Hazel Helps Ease Pain
Witch hazel has strong astringent properties and can do wonders for the pain that comes with a wasp sting. It also helps to relieve any itching that may be present as well. Just dab some witch hazel on the sting and allow it to dry on its own. You can repeat this as much as is necessary for pain relief.
Apple Cider Vinegar as a Neutralizer
When trying apple cider vinegar, you want to make sure you are using raw, unfiltered apple cider vinegar. Completely saturate a cotton swab and then place it over the welt. You should allow this to sit for 10-15 minutes and is it also a solution that you can repeat if you need to.
Honey Works Quickly to Ease Pain
As you are dealing with a wasp sting, using raw and pure honey can be the answer to pain relief. After smearing it on the sting, allow it to completely dry. Once it is dry, you can gently clean it off. Honey has many soothing properties that can offer you the relief that is needed.
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