Question 1

does chigger bites spread?

Accepted Answer

Chiggers: Chiggers are tiny mites that are most common in early summer.  When humans and animals are exposed to chigger larvae, intense itching occurs because of the irritation produced while the larvae feeds on the skin (it actually creates a tunnel for feeding).  When developed, the larvae drop off the skin to complete their life cycle.  Unlike scabies, chigger mites do not move around much on their host.

Question 2

how do i pop chigger bites?

Accepted Answer

It is best not to: Pop blisters from chiggers. Wipe them off with a cloth and warm soapy water.

Question 3

i think i have chigger bites.

Accepted Answer

Get permethrin cream: from Dr. and use it on affected areas to prevent spread of chiggers.

Question 4

how long do chigger bites stay?

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Chigger bites : Usually resolve in 1 to 2 weeks w/o treatment.  Get medical eval for infection.

Question 5

how long due chigger bites last?

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A week or so : Chigger bites can be symptomatic from 4 or 5 days up to 2 weeks in the worst cases. Cortisone cream can help. Excessive scratching can lead to skin infection.  Prevention is the best bet:  long sleeves and pants, and insect repellent.

Question 6

how long do chigger bites usually last?

Accepted Answer

2-7 days: If not rebitten and not infected should resolve in one week or less.

Question 7

shaving with chigger bites, is this okay?

Accepted Answer

If you are not: Shaving the tops off  blisters - ok. Otherwise, don't recommend breaking open a blister due to increased risk of infection.

Question 8

how long does it take scratched chigger bites to heal?

Accepted Answer

Without development : Of infection, they usually heal on their own within one to two weeks. In the meantime, control itching with an over-the-counter anti-itch cream, such as Hydrocortisone cream. Consult your doctor if your skin appears infected or if the bites seem to be spreading to other parts of your body.

Question 9

how do you identify chigger bites and how do you treat them?

Accepted Answer

Location: Chigger bites are usually clustered on the legs and shins, where you contacted the chiggers (which you can actually see, they look like very tiny pepper flakes). They are very itchy. You can have them elsewhere if you were in high brush with sleeveless or short sleeve shirts but that is less common. The goal is to control the itching, which is a reaction to the bite, good luck!

Question 10

could someone please tell me a bit more information about the chiggers?

Accepted Answer

They are mites.: Very very tiny arachnids, relatives of spiders & ticks. They live & feed on vegetation like grain, grasses, & briar bushes. The immature larva drops onto humans (or other hosts) & injects a very irritating substance into the skin in order to feed. Then they drop off after a few days leaving a cluster of intensely itchy skin lesions. Treatment is antihistamines, cool compresses, & topical steroids.

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