Mosquito bites are a common summer problem that are not only uncomfortable but can also cause itchy, swollen and red skin. So, how to deal with mosquito bites?

1. Reduce the chance of contact with mosquitoes

1. Can be installed at home Mosquito nets, screen doors, screen windows, etc.; timely use equipment such as mosquito coils, electronic mosquito repellents, electric mosquito swatters, anti-mosquito lamps, etc. You can also use insecticide sprays to treat the room to eliminate mosquitoes.

2. Avoid staying in the shade of trees, grass, pavilions, garbage stations and other places during the peak periods of mosquito activity (about two hours after sunrise and about two hours before sunset).

3. Wear light-colored long-sleeved clothes and pants when going out, and apply repellent on exposed parts of the skin.

4. If you must go to a place with a high mosquito density, you can spray mosquito killer on site.

2. Eliminate or destroy mosquito breeding areas

1. Drain stagnant water and stagnant water in ditches in front of the house, behind the house, on the roof, underground garage and basement, and clear sewers and sewage wells Covering, filling pits, and blocking tree holes.

2. Clean up water containers such as cylinders, cans, used tires, beer bottles, bamboo tubes, and ceramic vessels in front and behind the house in a timely manner.

3. Cover household water tanks or water tanks to prevent mosquitoes from entering.

4. To prevent the accumulation of garbage, put garbage into airtight plastic bags and place them in airtight containers.

5. For domestic aquatic plants, the water should be changed every 3 to 5 days, the bottles should be washed, the roots should be cleaned, and the container should be cleaned. Do not leave any water at the bottom of the container.

3. Timely treatment or medication

1. Do not scratch: try to avoid Scratch the mosquito bite area as scratching can worsen the itching and may lead to infection. If it becomes unbearable, tap lightly with your fingers instead of scratching.

2. Rinse with warm water: Use warm water to gently rinse the bite area, which can help relieve the itching and clean the bite area.

3. Cold compress or ice pack: Put cold water, ice cubes or ice pack on the bite area to reduce itching and swelling. Make sure to wrap the ice in gauze or a towel to prevent the ice from coming into direct contact with your skin and causing frostbite.

4. Topical ointments or sprays: Use anti-allergic ointments or sprays containing antihistamines to relieve itching and skin discomfort. These ointments or sprays can generally be purchased in pharmacies or supermarkets, but it is best to consult a doctor or pharmacist before use.