07-31-2014, 02:14 PM
I think the DEET comment was a joke (apply the DEET first and you won't need the other creams later). Ammonia does work to take the 'sting' out. I posted in a thread about that. Like I said, I'm a 100+ sting veteran. Even been to the doctor requesting RX grade stuff. Best thing I found so far is an ice pack, second best is ammonia.
Also very important is to clean the sting area immediately after getting stung. I don't know why it makes such a difference, but it does. Maybe sweat has something to do with potentiating the venom ?
Also very important is to clean the sting area immediately after getting stung. I don't know why it makes such a difference, but it does. Maybe sweat has something to do with potentiating the venom ?