In September, October, and November are the breeding seasons of crazy ants, so they appear in high numbers. Apartment buildings and residential areas near the fields with bright lights are the most attractive places for crazy ants.
Currently, crazy ants are a concern that many people are interested in because of the unexpected danger and consequences they bring. Especially for families with small children, this concern increases because if not treated promptly, it will cause severe damage to the baby’s skin.
In recent years, crazy ants have become a problem for city residents.
How do crazy ants endanger human health?
– The toxin in crazy ants spreads quickly when the patient smashes the ants on the skin, causing the affected area to spread quickly and widely. Moreover, this toxin, when in contact with the skin, will generate more toxicity, increasing the degree of damage.
– The harm caused by crazy ants does not pose a danger to life, but mainly causes damage to the skin. However, with a large or very large number in areas such as the face, neck, arms, legs, and lower back, the damage will spread the most in soft skin areas. If not treated in time, the inflammation will progress to ulcers, and these injuries will have different shapes and leave lasting scars for a long time.
– If the toxin from crazy ants gets into the eyes, it will cause conjunctivitis and swelling around the eyes, and there are cases of temporary blindness.
To prevent the danger of invasion and attack on the body, you need to pay attention to the following simple and effective ways to get rid of crazy ants:
The toxin from crazy ants causes painful and uncomfortable wounds.
1. Getting rid of crazy ants with chemicals
– Spraying insecticides can kill crazy ants. The smell of the medicine can keep ants away. Spray the medicine under the bed, on shelves, and in places where ants can hide when you are away. Pay attention to choose reputable brand insect repellents that do not affect your family’s health.
Spraying insecticides can get rid of crazy ants.
– Stick adhesive tape near the light and turn on the light to trap crazy ants.
– Use an electric mosquito racket to kill crazy ants instead of using hands or other tools. Because the venom can cause burns and infections if it comes into contact with the skin after the ant’s death.
2. Getting rid of crazy ants with safe methods
Planting ant-repellent plants
– One of the safe and effective ways to repel crazy ants is to plant ant-repellent plants. Choose plants that are said to be natural enemies of crazy ants and plant peppermint, lemongrass, spearmint, and thyme at home. When you smell the fragrance of these plants, crazy ants will not dare to come near your house.
Thyme has a great effect in repelling insects.
Using essential oils
Lemongrass oil will keep crazy ants away from your family.
– Crazy ants are allergic to the smell of lemongrass. You can use cotton swabs soaked in a little lemongrass oil or lemongrass lime oil and place them in corners of your house, wardrobe… or you can mix about 10 drops of lemongrass oil in half a liter of clean water and spray it around the house once or lightly spray it on clothes.
– Besides, if you have an oil diffuser or an oil diffuser machine, use them in the bedroom to ensure the safety of your family.
Clean the house regularly
– Like many types of insects, crazy ants invade homes more if the house is not cleaned regularly.
– Therefore, the easiest and most cost-effective way to get rid of crazy ants is to keep the house clean. If there is a garden, clean it so that crazy ants do not have a place to breed.
Clean the house regularly to protect your health and keep crazy ants out of the house.
In addition, women should take note of the following simple tips to prevent crazy ants from invading the house:
– Shake your clothes vigorously before wearing them so that any hidden or clinging ants can fall off when you air-dry your clothes.
– Pull the curtains to cover the light in the house to avoid attracting crazy ants or turn on the lights on the balcony or terrace to attract them outside.
– In the evening, use soft, yellow lights and do not sit in bright light to avoid being bitten by crazy ants.
– Use mosquito nets when sleeping to limit contact with crazy ants. In addition, check the curtains and beds before bedtime.
At present, crazy ants have appeared in large numbers in houses, apartment buildings, and caused concerns for many people. Applying the above small tips and simple methods will help us minimize the invasion of crazy ants.
Source: Tâm An – Vietnamnet