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After an insect bite, the area around the bite turns red, and becomes swollen and itchy.

What should we do?

Tell a grown-up.

Cover it with some cotton wool soaked in water.

DO NOT apply any cream that you're not sure about.

If you get stung by a bee, remove the stinger it leaves behind as a souvenir, without using tweezers (to avoid spreading the venom).

Ticks must be removed whole.