The Mudcat Café TM
Thread #139328 Message #3196572
Posted By: MikeL2
27-Jul-11 - 10:33 AM
Thread Name: BS: Wasps
Subject: RE: BS: Wasps
hi
I seem to be attractive to all kinds of insects and get bitten/stung often.
Sometimes I get very large swellings and at times have had to have my clothes cut off to be able to reach the affected area.
I had one last year on the foot ( gardening in sandals -doh) and I had to go to hospital.
The doctors say that insects are attracted to certain types of blood.
I am prescribed a daily dose of 5mg of antihistermine which helps but is not a total defence.
If I get a bad sting I take 180mgs twice daily until the swelling is under control.
Interestingly I have been stung by wasps and they don't bother me any more than a small insect bite.
cheers
MikeL2