Tri-Circle-D 2,059 Posted October 6, 2011 Report Share Posted October 6, 2011 Hey Fiends-Just a head's up.I was at the Fort for a weekend visit two weeks ago.When I got home, I noticed a lot of red bumps in weird places. Kind of like fire ant bites, but I didn't run into any fire ants. And a lot of these bumps were in places that I wasn't aware any bugs would have access to (under my clothes). And by a lot, I mean like more than 100.The bumps itched like crazy, then scabbed over, and still itch.Most have subsided, but a few, even two weeks later, are still bothersome. Some are almost like little red blisters.I didn't know what was going on.So, I did a little research.I have chigger bites.If you are curious, do a google image search for chigger bites. Parts of me look like some of those photos.I was the only one in my party who got them. I was also the only one in my party who visited the dog walk areas along the canal by the 1500-1800 loops and the 300 loop.Do the math.Be careful out there.TCD Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Grumpy and Grandma 740 Posted October 6, 2011 Report Share Posted October 6, 2011 I understand they also "love" living in the Spanish Moss...People who have collected it for indoor decorating have learned the hard way. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
stefa70 205 Posted October 6, 2011 Report Share Posted October 6, 2011 Hey Fiends-When I got home, I noticed a lot of red bumps in weird places. Kind of like fire ant bites, but I didn't run into any fire ants. And a lot of these bumps were in places that I wasn't aware any bugs would have access to (under my clothes). And by a lot, I mean like more than 100.The bumps itched like crazy, then scabbed over, and still itch.Most have subsided, but a few, even two weeks later, are still bothersome. Some are almost like little red blisters.TCDWhat? No pictures? He who documents everything? Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Tri-Circle-D 2,059 Posted October 6, 2011 Author Report Share Posted October 6, 2011 What? No pictures? He who documents everything? Trust me, you don't want to see the pictures.TCD Quote Link to post Share on other sites
stefa70 205 Posted October 6, 2011 Report Share Posted October 6, 2011 Trust me, you don't want to see the pictures.TCDLOL! Ok, I will take your word for it, but just this once! Quote Link to post Share on other sites
BradyBzLyn...Mo 2,023 Posted October 6, 2011 Report Share Posted October 6, 2011 I hate chiggers!!!Last year at WDW I had bites on my feet. I was wearing crocs on my morning walks with Brady along the 300 canal, but without socks. They itched horribly and eventually my foot blew up so badly I almost couldn't get my shoes on.I scratched for at least a month after we got home.This year I'm packing extra bug spray.... and socks.Thanks for the reminder, TCD. If you can find some calendula salve/oil anywhere (health food store, anywhere that sells herbal stuff) give it a whirl. It tends to work better than most things, including cortisone creams. Lucky for me my SIL makes it. Works like a charm!Hope you stop itching soon! Quote Link to post Share on other sites
PrincessNana 15 Posted October 6, 2011 Report Share Posted October 6, 2011 Campho-phenique works pretty good on chigger bites, but when I was little, my mom put Lysol disenfectant (liquid in a brown bottle) on them. Either one of those usually took care of them. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
stefa70 205 Posted October 6, 2011 Report Share Posted October 6, 2011 Clear nail polish will work too. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
PureTcrazy...rita 380 Posted October 6, 2011 Report Share Posted October 6, 2011 Our camp on the river was actually named, "Chiggerville" Chiggers or redbugs, as they are commonly called, love to get in those warm areas on your body. They like the "crack/wrinkle areas" behind the knees, the bend of your legs at your butt, under your boobs, well you get the picture. Sulphur powder sprinkled on your feet, clothes etc is said to help...my experience says, "it don't do crap!" Bathe in a lightly bleached bath and do what Steph says, 'NAIL POLISH OR A PRODUCT CALLED CHIGGER RID" These products actually suffocate the bug that has burrowed under your skin.TCD, sorry! I hate redbugs. I know about them because I have had them myself and can say, "omigosh they itch so bad!" Quote Link to post Share on other sites
DaveInTN 3,247 Posted October 7, 2011 Report Share Posted October 7, 2011 Maybe they were in the cabin. :rofl2: Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Sensei 18 Posted October 7, 2011 Report Share Posted October 7, 2011 Florida doesn't have "chiggers". Down heah weuns have "Redbugs".You can also get them by simply sitting on a log, bench, ground, or just about anywhere outside. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
doodlebug....Cherie 461 Posted October 7, 2011 Report Share Posted October 7, 2011 Oh goody. Lovebugs, yellow flies and now chiggers. What's next locust? Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Sensei 18 Posted October 8, 2011 Report Share Posted October 8, 2011 Oh goody. Lovebugs, yellow flies and now chiggers. What's next locust? Didn't I just tell you we don't have Chiggers? Pay attention girl. :clint: Quote Link to post Share on other sites
doodlebug....Cherie 461 Posted October 8, 2011 Report Share Posted October 8, 2011 OOPS, let's make that, lovebugs, yellow flies and now redbugs. If the locusts show up I'm outta here :rofl2: Quote Link to post Share on other sites
BradyBzLyn...Mo 2,023 Posted October 8, 2011 Report Share Posted October 8, 2011 I think it's a conspiracy to convince us clueless northerners that the bugs in Florida are harmless... and colorful. :rofl2: Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Nicki aka Rebelstand 272 Posted October 8, 2011 Report Share Posted October 8, 2011 My parents have chiggers (Louisiana) in their ditch. My mom's cure all for all bugs (chiggars, ticks), though I don't recommend it, is a bleach bath. I'd find some of that salve or maybe some tea tree oil (guessing on that one). No matter which one you choose you'll certainly smell.....ummmm... interesting. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
NVWSSV 25 Posted October 8, 2011 Report Share Posted October 8, 2011 OOPS, let's make that, lovebugs, yellow flies and now redbugs. If the locusts show up I'm outta here :rofl2:Don't forget about the stink bugs and banana spiders! Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Lou... 3,118 Posted October 8, 2011 Report Share Posted October 8, 2011 Clear nail polish will work too.I read after doing a search on Chiggers, that it's an "old wives tale" spread by short female campers named Stef.And why is it that they're aren't any "young wives tales"? Quote Link to post Share on other sites
stefa70 205 Posted October 8, 2011 Report Share Posted October 8, 2011 I read after doing a search on Chiggers, that it's an "old wives tale" spread by short female campers named Stef.And why is it that they're aren't any "young wives tales"?Well, call it what you will, but I've lived in Florida for 28 years and we've all used clear polish on chiggers. The whole idea is to smother them. By all means, if you get chiggers, do not try it! I'd rather they chew your cajones off! >:D Quote Link to post Share on other sites
doodlebug....Cherie 461 Posted October 8, 2011 Report Share Posted October 8, 2011 Well, call it what you will, but I've lived in Florida for 28 years and we've all used clear polish on chiggers. The whole idea is to smother them. By all means, if you get chiggers, do not try it! I'd rather they chew your cajones off! >:D Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Lou... 3,118 Posted October 8, 2011 Report Share Posted October 8, 2011 I've lived in Florida for 28 years and we've all used clear polish on chiggers. Whats living in Florida for 28 years have to with it little miss Snarky?Chiggers live all over the US.The internet says you're wrong and that's that, end of story, period. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
doodlebug....Cherie 461 Posted October 8, 2011 Report Share Posted October 8, 2011 Okay Stef the ball is in your court again Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Lou... 3,118 Posted October 8, 2011 Report Share Posted October 8, 2011 Ya, I'm ready. It's raining, my wife is making me clean the house, I'm not in a good mood. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
stefa70 205 Posted October 8, 2011 Report Share Posted October 8, 2011 Whats living in Florida for 28 years have to with it little miss Snarky?Chiggers live all over the US.The internet says you're wrong and that's that, end of story, period.Ya, I'm ready. It's raining, my wife is making me clean the house, I'm not in a good mood.You forgot to add IMHO, Larry. :rofl2:I must retract my last statement, it seems your wife has your cajones in her possession.Don't worry your pretty little head about it, I highly doubt you will get chiggers driving a bus.Now, get back to your cleaning! Quote Link to post Share on other sites
PureTcrazy...rita 380 Posted October 8, 2011 Report Share Posted October 8, 2011 Ok, Lou does appear to be right about the nail polish. It's funny how something that we have "known" our whole lives could be wrong. I guess it didn't hurt and nothing really helps except time! Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Recommended Posts
Join the conversation
You can post now and register later. If you have an account, sign in now to post with your account.