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A member asked:
My wife got bit by an ant.. do i have to amputate ?
3 doctors weighed in across 2 answers
Danger Danger Danger: No. Absolutely not. Now, that settled, how is she? Is there any swelling or redness or pain? If yes, then maybe she should be seen by her physician.
Answered 8/4/2013
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Fire ants.: Fire ants don't actually bite. Pinchers grip skin while stinging injects solenopsin - an alkaloid venom. A fire ant is the gift that keeps on giving – as 1 ant can repeatedly sting you in different locations. Apply a 1 to 1 mix of baking soda & water to decrease pain & reaction. Or try paste of water & meat tenderizer, Benadryl for itching or tylenol (acetaminophen) or nsaid's for pain. Call 911 for allergic rxn.
Answered 6/24/2014
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