should i get a mosquito net 4 travel in thailand malaysia? ?

[phoenix_winter]

wondering if i should get a mozzy net for my travels... if so which type?.. are there ones where you can just for your head at night time?

[LRIG]

Definately but go to your GP for a jab just in case.

Theres also a lotion you can buy to put on to protect yourself.

[Marked]

Yes, and some insect repellent and some mosquito spray.

[Dick Cheney in a skirt]

If your staying in a air conditioned hotel you won't need it but if your anywhere else yes. I bought one in Thailand for a double bed for 160 baht (5.58 AUS). You can get smaller ones.

Edit: They sell mosquito net everywhere in Thailand.

Agree with Tony My wife got me some Thai ointment which I can't read the label but the company phone is 034322042. I get bitten and rub some of this on a it takes away the itch. Its mentholated so I would guess its similar to Tiger Balm.
Maybe someone who reads Thai can go to this website and tell you what it is, they use it for burns and rashes too.
http://www.wangpromherb.com/modules.php?name=Products&pop=show_categories&cati d=1

[ThanOng]

yes you can but to make it easier i think putting on the lotion that keep mosquito away is enough and make sure you keep your door and window close all the time. In this case, you dont have to carry a net with you.

[gordon3392]

A net will keep you safe by night ,but take some germalene spray with you . i got eaten alive in australia, by mozzys and they never heard of germalene ,over there ,

[Tony A]

As has already been stated, if you're staying in an air conditioned hotel you won't need one. Mosquito's don't like the cold. If you are staying in the cities don't worry about malaria carrying mosquito's, they don't go in the cities. If you are going elephant trekking in the jungle you would be advised to obtain malaria tablets from your doctor before you come. You will doubtless get bitten, especially if you wear shorts, which most visitors do. They are more of an itchy nuisance than a danger. They have an ointment here called Tiger Balm which takes the itch out of the bite quite quickly. Many shops sell it. Enjoy your visit.

[Veronica Alicia]

The mozzies in Thailand are man (and woman) eaters.
They are also malarial carriers. It is essential that you take the latest recommended medication.
Also carry something to relieve the bites which you get on your legs in the evenings (even when wearing trousers they will find somewhere) and apply repellent regularly.