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What can i do to relieve the bite of an ant?
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Ant sting: Apply 2 to 1 mix of baking soda & water to decrease pain & reaction. Or try paste of water & meat tenderizer applied directly to the lesions. You can use Benadryl for itching or tylenol (acetaminophen) or nsaid's for pain.
Answered 6/24/2014
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