Question 1

how long until redness of large local reaction from bug bite fades after swelling is gone?

Accepted Answer

Variable: As long as the swelling does not represent an abscess, the redness should resolve within 7-10 days. Avoid scratching it. Keep it clean and apply a 1% hydrocortisone cream. If the area becomes painful or hot or is enlarging in size think of infection and see your doctor about an antibiotic or drainage.

Question 2

my 3 yo got a bug bite a week ago. all that's left is two small red dots flush to the skin. should i be concerned? no redness around them.

Accepted Answer

Bug Bites: Although bug bites can be dramatic and even hurt when you get bit, most heal well as you describe.  You have looked for all the concerns  that would signal an infection, like surrounding redness or swelling.  It appears that this is healing well and it may take some time for the small red dots to completely resolve.

Question 3

i have a bug bite on my arm, a small bite at first, then a triangle redness appeared around it. any thoughts on what it could be?

Accepted Answer

Can't tell: Many bug bites give a similar reaction and thus there is no way to guess what that may be. If you live in tick-infested area, be sure that it is not from Lyme disease. See your doctor if you wish to find out.

Question 4

i have an infected bug bite. i am on two different anti biotics and the redness was my doctors main concern. the redness is going down but the bite is?

Accepted Answer

Infected bug bite: Try moist heat to the infected area with a wet washcloth as hot as you can stand it covered with plastic wrap to hold in the heat and changed when it cools. Be sure to continue and complete all of your antibiotics and follow up with your doctor if it seems to be getting worse, instead of better.

Question 5

i got a bug bite last night and this morning my eye was half shut.  theres really no redness or irritation, no pain at all  do i need to see a dr.?

Accepted Answer

Wait and see: Try cool compresses.  Sometimes an antihistamine will help.  Expect it will settle down within a day or so.

Question 6

i've had reoccurring little welt on my shoulder. looks like a bug bite. but comes and goes. it's itchy but has no center or flaky skin. no redness either. just a itchy welt ?

Accepted Answer

Itchy spot: Could be many things as need a picture perhaps. Best to get examination. Could be eczema for a an example

Question 7

my 4yr old has a possible spider/bug bite on the outer corner of her eye and has redness and swelling. let it run its course, or take to urgent care?

Accepted Answer

See your doctor: If it is not infected, it will get better in a few days. But it can be very difficult to tell if it is infected or just inflamed, so it would be best to see your doctor. Eyelid infections can be very serious- can spread to the eye- so they should be checked.

Question 8

bug bite with red ring around, no blistering?

Accepted Answer

Pus or Abscess?: Until your doctor examines you this 'bite' should be considered a potential staph infection. It is an urgent problem if there is pus or abscess in the lesion.

Question 9

if i have red lines coming from my bug bite what's that mean?

Accepted Answer

Lymphangitis: Streaking indicates infection may have spread beyond the tissue initially affected.  This can be serious, and medical evaluation is warranted!

Question 10

how long will it take for a bright red, flat bug bite to heal?

Accepted Answer

Depends on several: things:  the type of bug, a person's allergy response, and whether it gets infected.  Some will resolve in a few hours, while some individuals have delayed hypersensitivity reaction and may get marked swelling and redness after 1-2 days.  Scratching and infection will prolong healing.  Cold compresses and antihistamines orally work best if itchy.

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How long until redness of large local reaction from bug bite fades after swelling is gone?

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My 3 yo got a bug bite a week ago. all that's left is two small red dots flush to the skin. should i be concerned? no redness around them.

A member asked:

I have a bug bite on my arm, a small bite at first, then a triangle redness appeared around it. any thoughts on what it could be?

A member asked:

I have an infected bug bite. i am on two different anti biotics and the redness was my doctors main concern. the redness is going down but the bite is?

A member asked:

I got a bug bite last night and this morning my eye was half shut. theres really no redness or irritation, no pain at all do i need to see a dr.?

A member asked:

I've had reoccurring little welt on my shoulder. looks like a bug bite. but comes and goes. it's itchy but has no center or flaky skin. no redness either. just a itchy welt ?

A member asked:

My 4yr old has a possible spider/bug bite on the outer corner of her eye and has redness and swelling. let it run its course, or take to urgent care?

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Bug bite with red ring around, no blistering?

A member asked:

If i have red lines coming from my bug bite what's that mean?

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How long will it take for a bright red, flat bug bite to heal?

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