How To Get Rid Of Chigger Bites Naturally What are chiggers?
Chiggers are tiny larvae members of the arachnid family and are sometimes called red bugs. Although the larvae are extremely small in size, their bites pack a powerful punch. They’re so tiny
that you probably won’t notice when they jump from that tall blade of grass onto your skin. You won’t feel it as they hitch a ride right into your home. When you eventually do feel them,
however, they can be extremely itchy.Chigger habitat Chiggers live in tall weeds and grass, in berry patches, and in wooded areas. They may be in your backyard, by the lake, and clustered
along your favorite hiking trail. They are most active on spring, summer and fall afternoons, when temperatures are warm and inviting.How chiggers biteOnly the larvae bite humans.
They tend to choose warm, moist areas of the body. Chiggers have claws that help them grab onto skin. The chigger then attaches its mouth to the skin and injects saliva. The saliva contains
an enzyme that breaks skin cells down to liquid form.Your body responds by hardening skin cells around the saliva, creating a tube, or a stylostome through which the chigger sucks the host’s
body fluids. Chiggers can stay attached and feeding for several days. Usually they last about 4 days before falling off.How to treat chigger bitesIt can take anywhere from one to three weeks
for chigger bites to heal. If you suspect you have chigger bites, immediately wash with soap and water. This will get rid of any remaining chiggers on your body. Then apply an antiseptic to
any welts.In the meantime, try to avoid scratching, as this can cause infection. You may use over-the-counter anti-itch medications like hydrocortisone cream or calamine lotion. You can also
apply ice to the bites to relieve the itch.Avoid very hot baths and showers. If you become infected or symptoms don’t improve, see your doctor. It’s a common misperception that chiggers burrow
under the skin. They don’t, so there is no need to try to remove them.How to avoid chigger bitesSpring, summer, and fall are prime time for chigger bites. When you’re in wooded areas
that may
be chigger-infested,try not to brush up against vegetation.When hiking, walk in the center of trails,rather than along the sides.Wear long sleeves and long pants that can be tucked into
your socks or shoes.Use insect or tick repellent,especially around the tops of your shoes,shirt neck,cuffs,and waistband.Shower as soon as you go indoors.Wash your clothes in hot water.
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