RNG1
Well-Known Member
Guys and gals, I have to warn you, I pre rode last week and a couple of days later I seem to have got what I have determined are chiggers from that place and I am one miserable bastard now. I am posting this to help anybody from potentially dealing with this crap. I have read all the remedies I can find which includes everything from nail polish to Benadryl to standing on my head and although the worst of the itching seems to have subsiding after applying tons of Hydrocordisone, it is gross, still itchy and still spreading on my leg. Of course the idiot award for great advice goes to this bozo who claimed " the best line of treatment is to avoid getting them". That person should be tarred and feathered. However a useful tip that I did read said that it takes them longer than a tick to actually penetrate so when you are out of a potential area make sure you at least wipe down well with a towel and if you can somehow rinse with warm soapy water that is even better. Be aware that if you wipe off with a towel that the cloth is now infested and even though you can't see them, the bastards will now get a free ride into your house and you have the same problem, so wash any clothing or things you wipe yourself with in very hot water immediately, or maybe just burn it all in a trash can. I am not sure if I have a particulary bad case or my body is somewhat allergic or what. Hope this is somewhat helpful to anyone. I do know that I am coming to this race with a vengeance and hope to be fast to get the hell out of there asap!:mad2: