What to put in a leech first-aid kit for a trip to Thailand?

You don't need a special 'leech first-aid kit,' but a few simple things will make life much easier when hiking in the jungles of Thailand. When packing a first-aid kit for trekking, for example, in Chiang Mai or Khao Sok National Park, add the following to the standard set:

• Antiseptic: Iodine, chlorhexidine, or hydrogen peroxide to treat the wound after the leech has fallen off or been removed.
• Alcohol or alcohol wipes: You can drop it on an attached leech to make it detach.
• Bactericidal and roll bandages: To cover the bite site and stop minor bleeding.
• Salt in a small packet: A strong saline solution is an old-fashioned remedy for removing leeches.
• Lighter or matches: For the cauterization method (quick but requires care).

Remember, the main protection is proper clothing (thick socks, tucked-in pants). The first-aid kit is needed for 'dealing with the aftermath.' For a complete list of what might be useful in the tropics, including remedies for jellyfish, sunburns, and intestinal disorders, see our article: Tourist first-aid kit and vaccinations.

And read all about leech behavior in Thailand here: Land leeches in the tropics.

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