Question 1

is it normal to have a large bump on the site of the allergy injection?

Accepted Answer

Yes: Right after the shot there may be an itchy lump on the skin like a hive, anywhere from a pinpoint to a silver dollar size. This is usually normal, although some doctors adjust the dose if it's large. Also, as the dose gets higher, it is common to have a hard, non-tender swelling that develops over a few hours and lasts a few days. This is also normal.

Question 2

1 mosquito bite is swollen and red over large area of arm, not a little bump. other mosquito bites are normal. allergy? what to do?

Accepted Answer

Insect bite: You may have scratched it to a point it got infected. Apply topical bacitracin and hydrocortisone to soothe the reaction

Question 3

i just had a food allergy and now i have bumps on back of tongue i that normal?

Accepted Answer

Yes, it is: If you have had an allergic reaction it is normal have those bumps.  Its as if your taste buds went a little haywire.  Give it a week or two to resolve.  Call your doctor if you develop ulcers or bleeding.

Question 4

is it normal to have a giant, swollen, red, warm,  bump on my arm after allergy shot?

Accepted Answer

Not unusual : This can happen. Discuss this with your physician. Local reactions can occur. If bothersome, modifying doses of the injection can help. Sometime taking an antihistamine 2 hours before injections can help. If you have any trouble breathing, feeling lightheaded, you must consult you physician or go to an emergency room as can be a more serious reaction.

Question 5

big red bumps at his back. red bump at eyelids. medium red bumps left side of his face. is it an allergy? what medicine should he take?

Accepted Answer

Need exam: Unfortunately we cannot really diagnose and Treat on HealthTap, especially with rashes over the computer. See the Dr. for  an examination of the bumps as the treatment depends on the diagnosis.  HealthTap Prime is a payed service and can possibly assist you with a video consult, or take to the Regular Dr. Good luck.

Question 6

the specific symptom of eye allergy? the good&safe eyedrop brand for it?skin on top of eyecorner has many small bump(like mosquito bite), is it normal?

Accepted Answer

Please see: Please see an ophthalmologist to have your eyes checked because of the lesions at the corner of your eyes.

Question 7

i have swollen taste buds on the back of my tongue. also chronic sinus issues, but bumps are new. they're not painful, normal tongue color. allergies?

Accepted Answer

Unrelated: Not itching and thus unlikely to be from allergies. 
If they don't go away after 2 weeks or get worse , see your doctor since they do not appear to pose any immediate danger.

Question 8

i have big red bump on the site after injection of mmr vaccination. itchy too. it has been 2 days. is it normal?

Accepted Answer

Common side effect: This is a  common side effect.  You can apply a cool compress or ice  to the area for relief.

Question 9

how to get rid of a bump on your eye lid from allergies?

Accepted Answer

A few possibilities: This could be due to allergies, dry eyes, or eye infections.  The treatments are very different. For allergies, zaditor (ketotifen) is a good otc eye medicine.  For dry eyes, lubricating tears are necessary.  For infection, usually of the eyelids, start with eyelid warm compress and diluted baby shampoo scrubs.  You should have a baseline exam with your eye doctor.

Question 10

i have a strange fluid-filled bumps on my skin. is this allergies or something else?

Accepted Answer

Yes: Maybe. If the fluid is thick, white, cheesy & quite small you might have molloscum contagiosum, a mild viral skin infection common in children who have eczema. If the bumps are large blisters filled with yellow fluid that itch intensely you might have contact dermatitis. A common cause of contact dermatitis is poison oak. Have an experienced physician take a look. A picture is worth a 1000 words.

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Is it normal to have a large bump on the site of the allergy injection?

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1 mosquito bite is swollen and red over large area of arm, not a little bump. other mosquito bites are normal. allergy? what to do?

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I just had a food allergy and now i have bumps on back of tongue i that normal?

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Is it normal to have a giant, swollen, red, warm, bump on my arm after allergy shot?

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Big red bumps at his back. red bump at eyelids. medium red bumps left side of his face. is it an allergy? what medicine should he take?

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The specific symptom of eye allergy? the good&safe eyedrop brand for it?skin on top of eyecorner has many small bump(like mosquito bite), is it normal?

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I have swollen taste buds on the back of my tongue. also chronic sinus issues, but bumps are new. they're not painful, normal tongue color. allergies?

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I have big red bump on the site after injection of mmr vaccination. itchy too. it has been 2 days. is it normal?

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How to get rid of a bump on your eye lid from allergies?

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I have a strange fluid-filled bumps on my skin. is this allergies or something else?

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