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Ants & Fire Ants

ants- fire ants
 

Description

Black, brown, red, or multi-colored segmented bodies.

Bite Site

Itching for days, slight redness.  Fire ants leave a pimple-like bump that bursts, leaving a small bruise.

Possible Symptoms

Allergic reaction or infection.

Recommended Treatment Protocol

Cleanse. Apply wrapped ice and paste of baking soda or meat tenderizer. Apply anti-itch products such as calamine lotion. Go to hospital for allergic reaction.

 
 

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