Question 1

what insect bites and leaves 3 holes?

Accepted Answer

Don't know what: Insect bit you but a bed bug  can leave telltale sign of a  linear track of lesions from sequential feedings – doesn't always occur.

Question 2

could warm water help insect bites?

Accepted Answer

Unlikely: There are many ways to try to treat or soothe insect bites, but applying anything warm is not one of them.  With most insect bites, there is a histamine release which causes itching and redness &amp; anything warm will make this worse. Applying a cool compress, an OTC steroid cream (2 times a day) may help with this. Benadryl (diphenhydramine) or another antihistamine may help with the itch.

Question 3

can you have an allergy to insect bites?

Accepted Answer

Yes: Biting insects like mosquitoes and gnats usually cause swelling, redness and itching at the site of bite. However, stinging insects like  honey bees, yellow jackets/hornets and wasps can cause life threatening generalized allergic emergencies.

Question 4

can i take amoxicillin for insect bites?

Accepted Answer

Not indicated for it: Amoxicillin is not indicated for insect bites as it is an antibiotic, and indicated for infections, if insect bites get infected than it may be considered but not the best choice even for that.

Question 5

can lymph nodes be caused by insect bites?

Accepted Answer

Lymph Nodes: Regional lymph nodes may react to nearby insect bites

Question 6

when do antibiotics kick in for insect bites?

Accepted Answer

They don't: Antibiotics are not generally of any use for insect bites.They will self heal over several days to a week.If the bite were also infected, the speed of action would depend on the type of infection involved.

Question 7

what are good ways to get rid of insect bites?

Accepted Answer

You can't: They will resolve on their own.

Question 8

is vinegar beneficial for treating insect bites?

Accepted Answer

See below: It is neither beneficial or harmful.

Question 9

what kind of insect bites itch & burn really bad?

Accepted Answer

Insect bites: Any insect bite can burn and itch but fire ants are the ones that probably are on the top of the list. You should seek medical care right away if this happens.

Question 10

which pill can i take to get rid of insect bites?

Accepted Answer

None: Let them resolve on their own.

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