10 Frequently Asked Questions About Chigger Bites

10. What Additional Steps Should I Take?

Wear long sleeves to avoid chigger bites on the arms, and avoid wearing shorts and sandals in wooded areas during problematic seasons. Always use insect and tick repellent when outside, and focus the spray on the tops of boots, shirt neck, cuffs, and waistband. If walking through an area that may be infected, try to shower with soap and warm water as soon as you get home, and soak clothes in hot water as well.