Question 1

what are the symptoms of infected insect bite?

Accepted Answer

Pain, redness: An infected insect bite will get more painful and redder as time passes.  The area involved will also increase, and it may swell and start to drain.  Warm compresses can help you clear the area over time; most minor skin infections don't need oral antibiotics, but if it's not improving with home care you might, so see your dr if it doesn't clear on it's own.

Question 2

can i go the doctors with a sspected infected insect bite?

Accepted Answer

Yes: If you think you have an infection then you should see the doctor.

Question 3

infected insect bites?  how can you tell, if it's big but no pus is coming out?

Accepted Answer

Insect bites: Infection happens usually because of scratching. If the insect bite gets swollen, red, hard and tender, it's probably infection and will need an antibiotic prescribed by your doctor.

Question 4

should i go the doctors with a suspected infected insect bite?  it is starting to hurt.

Accepted Answer

Insect bites: Infection happens usually because of scratching. If the insect bite gets swollen, red, hard and tender, it's probably infection and will need an antibiotic prescribed by your doctor.

Question 5

infected insect bite in hand?

Accepted Answer

See doc: If the bite is truly infected, it will need to be seen and treated.  Do this asap.

Question 6

how can i treat an infected insect bite?

Accepted Answer

Depends on Severity: If the degree of inflammation is mild, topical polysporin (bacitracin and polymyxin) three times per day may resolve the infection.

However, for a bite that has pain, swelling, redness, warmth, and/or a yellowish exudate, consultation with a physician for appropriate treatment including systemic antibiotics is indicated.

Question 7

i need some advice for baby's infected insect bite?

Accepted Answer

Apply cream: Check bite site for any superficial pus, worsening inflammation, redness or tenderness. You can use antiseptic wash (e.g. savlon) followed by antibiotic cream (neosporin). Monitor for fever or signs of systemic infection

Question 8

how do i treat and stop an infected insect bite from spreading?

Accepted Answer

Insect bites: wash hands well, try to cut finger nail short and try not to touch the infected area. apply antibiotic ointment

Question 9

first aid for infected insect bite?

Accepted Answer

Antibiotics: Bug bites are an annoying fact of outdoor life. When the bite becomes infected (which happens rarely) you will need to go to your doctor for oral antibiotics. Warm compresses, anti-pain, and anti-itch medications will make the site feel better too.

Question 10

what are some natural remedies for infected insect bites?

Accepted Answer

Tea tree oil: Tea tree oil and colloidal silver are great natural remedies for infected insect bites.  Depending on how badly infected, you can take the colloidal silver internally as well.

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