Question 1

bug bites on foot &butt. @1st pink. scratched all. next day, foot ones were red & bigger. butt stayed pink. foot skin: thin=internal bleed? allgonenow

Accepted Answer

No internal bleed: Sometimes superficial bleed where you scratch but that does not swell. The bug bite starts an inflation reaction and that will cause swelling that is short live dad you found.

Question 2

had fire ant bites on foot and major swelling next day chair falls on my same foot. put icepack on foot but now have dark spot that won't go away?

Accepted Answer

Likely just a bruise: from chair. continue icing, topical steroids and antihistamine. If worsens instead of improves, make appointment with doctor, and watch out for those chairs

Question 3

what to do about spider bites on your foot?

Accepted Answer

Spider bites: If they get infected, antibiotics are indicated. Otherwise, you can use anti-histamines orally or topically to relieve the symptoms of swelling and itching.

Question 4

can getting an insect or spider bite on the foot cause it to swell?

Accepted Answer

Yes: Definitely. If you think you were  bit by a spider or if the foot swelling does not resolve in a few days, you should see a doctor.

Question 5

i have a bug bite on my foot how do i get rid of itch?

Accepted Answer

Medicine: Try an over-the-counter topical steroid such as cort-aid first.  Avoid scratching it as it makes the wheal worse and itch more. If the itching is pronounced, you can take oral Benadryl (diphenhydramine) but watch for drowsiness as a side effect.  If redness and pain increase, go to a podiatrist to make sure it is not becoming infected.

Question 6

i got a bug bite on my foot & now my foot is swollen. could this be serious?

Accepted Answer

Yes: You likely have an infection, seek medical care asap.

Question 7

i'm 17 and i have a tick bite on my foot. what can i use to clean the bite and what else do i need to know?

Accepted Answer

Tick Bite: Usually, removing the tick, washing the site of the bite, and watching for signs of illness are all that is needed. When you have a tick bite, it is important to determine whether you need a tetanus shot to prevent tetanus (lockjaw).

Question 8

some bite on my foot, incredibly itchy lasting over two weeks. large red section surrounded by a fainter red ring, potentially increased in size?

Accepted Answer

Could be infected: This could be sign of infection and I suggest you see your doctor to get it treated ASAP

Question 9

i have a bite on my foot and it is swollen, it has been there for over a week. i live in england and not allergic to anything so nothing poisonous?

Accepted Answer

Infected?: Is it red, is it hot? The swelling should be gone by now. If there is redness to the skin, you might have an infection and need antibiotics.

Question 10

bite wound on foot, feverish went to dr. prescribed cephaliim and steriod ointment!, what else can i do?

Accepted Answer

Keep it clean!: Assuming this is a dog bite, a broad spectrum antibiotic like Augmentin (amoxicillin and clavulanate) (if no pcn allergy) is the drug of choice for infection along with daily and gentle cleansing of the wound. I dont like topical steroids, and would only use topical rx ointment like bactroban. The wound may have to be irrigated and debrided, and possibly closed, if really bad.

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Bug bites on foot &butt. @1st pink. scratched all. next day, foot ones were red & bigger. butt stayed pink. foot skin: thin=internal bleed? allgonenow

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Had fire ant bites on foot and major swelling next day chair falls on my same foot. put icepack on foot but now have dark spot that won't go away?

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What to do about spider bites on your foot?

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Can getting an insect or spider bite on the foot cause it to swell?

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I have a bug bite on my foot how do i get rid of itch?

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I got a bug bite on my foot & now my foot is swollen. could this be serious?

A member asked:

I'm 17 and i have a tick bite on my foot. what can i use to clean the bite and what else do i need to know?

A member asked:

Some bite on my foot, incredibly itchy lasting over two weeks. large red section surrounded by a fainter red ring, potentially increased in size?

A member asked:

I have a bite on my foot and it is swollen, it has been there for over a week. i live in england and not allergic to anything so nothing poisonous?

A member asked:

Bite wound on foot, feverish went to dr. prescribed cephaliim and steriod ointment!, what else can i do?

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