Bites and stings
The itching and discomfort caused by by insect bites can be relieved by cold compresses, a paste of mud and ashes, the milky sap from dandelions, coconut meat or crushed leaves of garlic.
To treat a spider or scorpion bite, place dampned or chewed tobacco over the bite site and lightly bandage.
For snake bites, if no antivenom is present, then the medic should:
Remove any necrotic tissue
Watch for any signs of infection
If infection appears, keep the wound open and clean. Remove necrotic tissue as needed, if scrubbing does not remove all necrotic tissue, and the infection is getting worse, use maggot therapy (more on this later).
Use sterile cloth as a wick for continued drainage of the bite area.
Flush the wound daily with water or fresh urine, do not store urine for later use.
Use a heat pack after 24-48 hours to help prevent spread of local infection.
Keep the wound covered with a dry, sterile dressing
Have the victim drink large amounts of water until the infection is gone.
Source is FM 21-76
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