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Other Local Resorts & Areas => Uzumlu Discussion Forum => Topic started by: salford Al on July 07, 2012, 08:27:56 AM

Title: Insect bites
Post by: salford Al on July 07, 2012, 08:27:56 AM: I am being bitten to death by insects. They bite and within a couple of days a weeping sore comes up followed by a yellow crust and intense itching. I have tried repellants but they still get through. I treat with Tiger Balm which gives some relief. Everyone seems to think it is the small black flies which hover in front of your face and they say it is when they harvest the corn but I have had them since April. This is the worst I have known them in seven years.

Does anyone know a good repellant and a magic cure for the itching?

Thanks in anticipation.

Al
Title: Re: Insect bites
Post by: Rindaloo on July 07, 2012, 08:34:59 AM: Yes, they are midge bites, not mosquito bites. I know this because after being bitten so badly a few years ago, I spotted a tiny speck between two fingers, and as I looked -it bit me!!! Next day, blister, later crust. So, who would have thought such a tiny thing coumd cause such a reaction. I am so glad they arent bigger, little rotters. Nightmare, especially when the bites are in your hair. If anyone has an idea for prevention and cure, I would be very grateful.
Title: Re: Insect bites
Post by: Stan on July 07, 2012, 08:37:17 AM: Hi salford Al ,little bit of info here, also if you use the search facility probably a lot more.
http://calis-beach.co.uk/forum/other_websites/half_price_avon_skin_so_soft..._mozzies._47551.msg281801.html#msg281801.

Hope you get sorted.
Title: Re: Insect bites
Post by: Jacqui Harvey on July 07, 2012, 08:55:58 AM: The best thing you can use is Avon Skin So Soft Dry Oil Spray, but as you are now in Turkey it would probably be difficult to get. Try going to the Chemist opposite Migros in Fethiye town centre and speak to the guy, he is very good and I know lots of people, including me, get good results from a chat with this Chemist. Also, to stop the itching get 1% Hydrocortisone cream put it on as soon as you get the itch, but don't put it on broken skin.
Title: Re: Insect bites
Post by: Marggie on July 07, 2012, 09:17:02 AM: Sara who works in The Card Shop in Fethiye (near the Kultur Centre) is a rep for Avon. You can order from her.
Title: Re: Insect bites
Post by: screamlead on July 07, 2012, 09:31:51 AM: KOV or OFF is quite a good repellant. As for sorting the sores out - quick dip in the sea (salt cures it) followed by a dip in a pool (bleach disinfects it!) Blot dry with soft towel dont rub. Trust me it works..
Title: Re: Insect bites
Post by: hillside on July 07, 2012, 09:53:59 AM: I dont have a prevention but for cure try Stilex jel available from chemists in Turkey. I bring a tube to UK as I'm bitten more here by midges than I am in Turkey.
Title: Re: Insect bites
Post by: salford Al on July 07, 2012, 10:29:27 AM: Thank you all for your help and quick response. Please keep suggestions coming in.

Al
Title: Re: Insect bites
Post by: phil1839 on July 07, 2012, 10:47:00 AM: Al, Try Elocon Pomat, it is a tube of cream in a Pink Box. If you put it on when the bite appears the swelling goes down and the itching stops. You get it from the Chemists over here. I will get Pat to put the tube in her handbag in case we see you out and about later. Phil
Title: Re: Insect bites
Post by: jo b on July 07, 2012, 11:39:18 AM: Benadryl allergy relief tablets-I find the ordinary ones rather than the one a day ones are best. Stops your body reacting to the bite and then if necessary use the tiger balm .

When I had big mozzie bites I went to the chemist and they sold me some cream which cost over £20 and did nothing!
Title: Re: Insect bites
Post by: chris tippett on July 07, 2012, 17:28:32 PM: Stop whingeing you Northern git! You take retirement in the sun and all you can do is moan about the insects - it's bloody freezing in England!! Apart from the sores hope you are well and love to Sue, take care (and keep taking the tablets), Chris
Title: Re: Insect bites
Post by: Dutchie on July 07, 2012, 20:24:36 PM: It is possible to get an injection that will prevent the extreme reactions (like the sores and the severe itching) of insect bites.
The effects of the injection last for about 15 days and after that it wears off.
Title: Re: Insect bites
Post by: Libra on July 09, 2012, 08:28:21 AM: We use ammoniac ( amonyak in turkish ). A 50 ml bottle at the chemist is cheap . It stinks but a few drops applied on the bite stops the pain.
Title: Re: Insect bites
Post by: Lotty on July 09, 2012, 09:16:40 AM: Yes one of the Turkish waiters in 'Iskele' on the Fethiye Harbour recommended Amoniac too. I think I like the idea of a dip in the sea (salt)and then a swimming pool (chloride).
Title: Re: Insect bites
Post by: Hellzbellz on July 09, 2012, 10:51:53 AM: I got these weepy blistery things to and started putting witch hazel on them which stoped the itching and healed them within 2 days.Not sure if you can buy it in Turkey as I brought it out with me from England. Hope you find something which works for you soon
Title: Re: Insect bites
Post by: corbindallas on July 21, 2012, 06:09:09 AM: From the chemists here in Turkey, Stasine Cort Crem is the best cream available to reduce swellings and itches and it also works fast.