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Suggest Remedy For Insect Bite

I recently got a bug bite in my sleep on my inner wrist. When I woke up it was red, swollen, and sensitive. Throughout the day there is now a rash leading up my vein. Also following the vein on my thumb and my thumb is red and numb. What kind of bite is this, and how can I treat it?
Tue, 19 Jan 2016
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Hi...

Welcome to HEALTHCARE MAGIC...

I have gone through your query and can understand your concerns...

Luckily, most bug bites are not that serious. The bite is not what causes the issues; it is the venom that is left in the wound that causes adverse reactions.
I will advise you to:-

•Apply an ice pack to a bite or sting for 15 to 20 minutes once an hour for the first 6 hours. When not using ice, keep a cool, wet cloth on the bite or sting for up to 6 hours. Always keep a cloth between your skin and the ice pack. Do not fall asleep with the ice on your skin.
•Elevate the area of the bite or sting to decrease swelling.
•An antihistamine, may help relieve itching, redness, and swelling. Don't give antihistamines to your child unless you've checked with the doctor first.
•A spray of local anesthetic containing benzocaine, may help relieve pain. If your skin reacts to the spray, stop using it.
•Calamine lotion applied to the skin may help relieve itching and redness.
•Drink well – Dehydration may magnify bite reactions, so staying well hydrated before and during outdoor activity is best.

Hope this information helps...
Thanks & Regards,
Dr.Shiwani
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Suggest Remedy For Insect Bite

Hi... Welcome to HEALTHCARE MAGIC... I have gone through your query and can understand your concerns... Luckily, most bug bites are not that serious. The bite is not what causes the issues; it is the venom that is left in the wound that causes adverse reactions. I will advise you to:- •Apply an ice pack to a bite or sting for 15 to 20 minutes once an hour for the first 6 hours. When not using ice, keep a cool, wet cloth on the bite or sting for up to 6 hours. Always keep a cloth between your skin and the ice pack. Do not fall asleep with the ice on your skin. •Elevate the area of the bite or sting to decrease swelling. •An antihistamine, may help relieve itching, redness, and swelling. Don t give antihistamines to your child unless you ve checked with the doctor first. •A spray of local anesthetic containing benzocaine, may help relieve pain. If your skin reacts to the spray, stop using it. •Calamine lotion applied to the skin may help relieve itching and redness. •Drink well – Dehydration may magnify bite reactions, so staying well hydrated before and during outdoor activity is best. Hope this information helps... Thanks & Regards, Dr.Shiwani