In case of an insect sting, apply ice for one half hour and then try one of these remedies for one half hour. Caution, apply "around" the stung area. Do not put directly on broken skin:
- a slice of raw onion
- a slice of raw potato
- grated or sliced horseradish root
- wet salt
- toothpaste
This should help relieve pain and keep down swelling.
Source: Bottomline Publishing: Household Magic
(actually, if your outside near water, make some mud and put on the bite. sounds strange but it works)
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