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Can An Insect Bite Cause Watery Diarrhea And Reddish Coloration In The Skin?
I was bitten by an insect 3 days ago and have a round red area about 1 inch in diameter on my arm. Today, I am having watery diarrhea and I have not eaten anything unusual since the boys. Could it be related to the bite? Should I see a doctor since the red area is not going away?
Wed, 17 Oct 2018
Hello,
Yes, insect bites may lead to allergic reactions in few people may develop diarrhoea and pain abdomen.
It may be due to food poisoning also. Until examination is done it is difficult to say what it is.
If he is having coughing, breathlessness or rash or swelling of tongue or lips means it may be due to allergy.
If the above symptoms not there he is having the main part like abdominal pain, Vomiting and diarrhoea mean probably gastroenteritis or bacillary dysentery.
Take rest, give plenty of liquids, if symptoms not improved please consult your doctor he will examine and treat you accordingly.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Take care
Regards,
Dr Penchila Prasad Kandikattu , Internal Medicine Specialist
Yes, insect bites may lead to allergic reactions in few people may develop diarrhoea and pain abdomen.
It may be due to food poisoning also. Until examination is done it is difficult to say what it is.
If he is having coughing, breathlessness or rash or swelling of tongue or lips means it may be due to allergy.
If the above symptoms not there he is having the main part like abdominal pain, Vomiting and diarrhoea mean probably gastroenteritis or bacillary dysentery.
Take rest, give plenty of liquids, if symptoms not improved please consult your doctor he will examine and treat you accordingly.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Take care
Regards,
Dr Penchila Prasad Kandikattu , Internal Medicine Specialist
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Hello,
Yes, it is possible in few patients with insect bites or it may be due to food poisoning or acute gastroenteritis. Until examination is done it is difficult to say what it is.
Take rest, give him plenty of fluids. If symptoms not improved please consult your physician he will examine and treat you accordingly.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Take care
Regards,
Dr Penchila Prasad Kandikattu , Internal Medicine Specialist
Yes, it is possible in few patients with insect bites or it may be due to food poisoning or acute gastroenteritis. Until examination is done it is difficult to say what it is.
Take rest, give him plenty of fluids. If symptoms not improved please consult your physician he will examine and treat you accordingly.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Take care
Regards,
Dr Penchila Prasad Kandikattu , Internal Medicine Specialist
I find this answer helpful
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