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Suggest Remedies For Itchy, Burning And Swollen Area On Arm Post Insect Bite
I was at a retreat in the mountains 2 weeks ago. some insect bite me on my right arm. The pain was itching and burning at the same time. I did not notice my left eye lid that has had a bump on it. The school nurse saw me yesterday recommend that I place a warm cloth over the lid. I did so. Now this morning the lid and surrounding area in swollen. what do you suggest I do
Thu, 16 Jan 2020
Hello,
The lid swelling is likely to be due to insect bite. Hot fomentation with warm cloth may provide pain relief temporarily, however, the anti-histaminic drug will decrease the swelling and pain.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Take care
Regards,
Dr. Shailja Puri, Pathologist and Microbiologist
The lid swelling is likely to be due to insect bite. Hot fomentation with warm cloth may provide pain relief temporarily, however, the anti-histaminic drug will decrease the swelling and pain.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Take care
Regards,
Dr. Shailja Puri, Pathologist and Microbiologist
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