What Causes Red Swollen And Itchy Bump After An Insect Bite?

Posted on Wed, 18 Mar 2015

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Question : I was bitten by a small black XXXXXXX on my forearm and it has swollen, itches and it is red and hot. I have no other symptoms it has worsen for the last 15 hours. Should I seek urgent care. I have no breathing problems

Answered by Dr. Dr. Ivan Romich (1 hour later)

Brief Answer:
antibiotic treatment is requiredHi and welcome.T

Detailed Answer:
Hi and welcome to HCM.
This is probably not emergency and you dont need to go to ER but This is obviosuly infection due to bite and antibiotic treatment is definitely required. So you need to see your doctor when you can but it should be within 12 hours. Till that ,keep your head elevated, apply cold compresses, take nonsteroid painkillers.
WIsh you good health.

Regards

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