Question 1

i think ant bite me when i was gardening and one of them has bruising around it. it doesn't hurt or itch as much from when it first happened  it's bee?

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Could be a tick: I would DEFINITELY show this to a doctor - or even upload the image here to Health Tap. It is prime tick season, and I just removed one yesterday. What you think might be 'bruising' could be a reaction to the insect's venom or saliva, but it could also be the beginnings of a Lyme rash. This would be true especially if it continues to expand, and you develop other symptoms like fever, headache, etc

Question 2

should i pop ant bites?

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Insect Bites: Do not pop your insect bite as you risk having an infection. The best treatment for insect bites is topical prescription cortisone or an over the counter medication called Sting Ease.

Question 3

what makes ant bites itch?

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Skin reaction: The chemicals from the bites of ants cause a reaction in your skin, which causes the itching. Medications, like diphenhydramine, (benadryl in the US) block part of this reaction and can provide relief. Corticosteroids (like hydrocortisone) applied to the skin can also block another part and provide relief as well.

Question 4

what soothes green ant bites?

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Worth a try &gt;: Consider applying calamine lotion or crushed ice or a cold pack. A 1 to 2 mix of water &amp; baking soda is effective when applied to lesions.

Question 5

what causes ant bites to itch?

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ant bite: When an ant bites there is a good chance formic acid will be introduced into the wound. Most likely the formic acid, which is an irritant is causing the itching
if it does not go away quickly......See a dermatologist asap.

Question 6

should i put vicks on my ant bites?

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Actually: Many say that it will not hurt and can help with the itching and pain...  For sure you will not hurt yourself.

Question 7

how to get rid of fire ant bites?

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Tough to treat: antihistamines such as claritin, (loratadine) Alegra or Zyrtec can be helpful. Topical cream such as hydrocortisone can be helpful. Ice to the area 20 to 30 minutes each hour can also be helpful. Most symptoms will resolve within a week to 10 days. If not, see your doctor for evaluation. Hope this was helpful. Best of luck. Dr. R

Question 8

what is the treatment of an ant bite?

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Ant bite: Hydrocortisone or triamcinalone cream locally and antihistamines such as Allegra or Claritin.

Question 9

how do you cure an ant bite on the penis?

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Ouch!: Wash with soap and water. Some benadryl cream or cortisone cream may help with itching. You can take tylenol (acetaminophen) or ibuprofen for pain. See a doctor if it looks infected.

Question 10

how can i get rid of ant bites on my balls?

Accepted Answer

No, but...: Once a bite takes place, It stays in awaiting your personal healing ability to cope with it. But something could be done to possibly ease and shorten bite-associated pain or swelling. Topically, cream containing topical anesthetics + steroid  as instructed would help. Systemically, oral antihistamine may help. If worse yet or having systemic effects, seek urgent care for proper Rx. Best to safety

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