Had Bug Bites With Itching, Scab Formed. Infection?

Posted on Sun, 3 Jun 2012

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Sun, 3 Jun 2012 Answered on

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Question : My son has a bunch of bug bites that itch. One has a scab that is brown with XXXXXXX on it. Not weeping. Is it infected?

Answered by Dr. Dr.Raju.A.T (43 minutes later)

Hi,

Thanks for your query.
XXXXXXX colour in the scab is normal and indicates a stage in transformation of a blood clot and the scratch XXXXXXX into a scab.

Watch to the signs of infection like swelling and redness around the lesion and formation of pus.

Do give him a dose or antihistamininc medication after consulting his treating paediatrician.

Wish you good health.

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