How to Treat Chigger Bites
Take a hot shower the moment that you realize you have a chigger bite., Use an antihistamine or topical hydrocortisone cream to relieve the itching., Avoid scratching.
Step-by-Step Guide
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Step 1: Take a hot shower the moment that you realize you have a chigger bite.
Scrub your body with soap to remove any additional chiggers from your skin.
A shower will also help to minimize skin reactions from the bites. -
Step 2: Use an antihistamine or topical hydrocortisone cream to relieve the itching.
Alternatively, apply an icepack or a cold compress to the area to stop the itching. , Trim your fingernails closely if you're struggling to stop scratching the bite.
If you do break the skin, then apply an antiseptic ointment to prevent infection. -
Step 3: Avoid scratching.
Detailed Guide
Scrub your body with soap to remove any additional chiggers from your skin.
A shower will also help to minimize skin reactions from the bites.
Alternatively, apply an icepack or a cold compress to the area to stop the itching. , Trim your fingernails closely if you're struggling to stop scratching the bite.
If you do break the skin, then apply an antiseptic ointment to prevent infection.
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