Question 1

pt  has white bump with redness around it in a ring shape. states that it itches only in center. there is minimal swelling and area is not scaled.  started itching yesterday thought it was mosquito bite. noticed red ring today. pt is working at a camp so

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Need more info: Your question got truncated so I'll answer the best I can.  In short, without more info it is hard to advise.  It sounds like a bite of some kind but the cause is often impossible to determine.  The treatment, if any, is often determined by what is possible in the area/season where it occurred.  This time of year in the US, tick-born illness should be considered.

Question 2

my daughter has a "mosquito" bite that is raised, red, and is surrounded by a red ring. what could this be and any advice on how to handle?  thanks.

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See a doctor: That description sounds a bit like what early lyme disease can look like.

Question 3

i have some type of bug bite that was itchy so i was assuming a mosquito bite but i was in the woods. the next day i noticed a circular/ring bruise around the bite and it looks like it's getting worse.

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See doctor: If you live in an area known to have Lyme disease problem, best to consult your doctor to get treated for it just in case.

Question 4

i had a mosquito bite and it is almost healed but last night i noticed a large red ring around the bite. i have been lightheaded and nauseous this wee?

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Possible infection: I suggest application of triple antibiotic ointment and make an appointment to see your PCP for a definitive excam.

Question 5

my son has three bug bites. they look like mosquito bites. they look like they are healing but now there's a ring around them that look like ringworm. it's not red, it doesn't hurt or itch him. and he has no other symptoms. what could this be?

Accepted Answer

Evaluation: It's very important to see it to make a diagnosis. Are you sure it was not a tick bite? Since it is not healing, please get him evaluated by a doctor. Take care.

Question 6

i have a large swollen mosquito bite on my leg that has doubled in size throughout the day, it has a large red swollen ring around, is hot to touch and my leg is aching . does this mean it could be infected?

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: Typically any insect bite where there is outwardly spreading redness, warmpth and pain is considered infected. Cellulitis needs to be treated by prescription antibiotics ASAP so that the infection does not spread. Talk to your Dr or go to a local emergency medical location.

Question 7

mosquito bite won't heal?

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Something else?: Mosquito bites are sometime painful, usually itchy but really rare to not heal or get infection.  Could you have gotten bitten by another critter - especially a spider which can cause a non-healing sore place.  You might need this to be looked at.

Question 8

how to remove mosquito bites?

Accepted Answer

Not possible: Although topical cortisone may work but would not work overnight.  Injecting the area with kenalog (triamcinolone) may, but it would be like swatting a fly with a hammer.

Question 9

i'm scared of mosquito bites!!?

Accepted Answer

Mosquito bites: There are numerous insect repellents available, nets to sleep under at night, electronic devices which attract and destroy mosquitoes in the area of your home. If you have a morbid fear of these perhaps seeing a psychotherapist is in order. Good luck.

Question 10

should you pop your mosquito bite?

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Mosquito Bites: Avoid scratching. Although a mosquito bite should itch for only a few days, continual scratching will increase your discomfort and may prolong the itching and cause an infection. Try otc hydrocortisone. You should not "pop" the bite as it may already be infected.

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Pt has white bump with redness around it in a ring shape. states that it itches only in center. there is minimal swelling and area is not scaled. started itching yesterday thought it was mosquito bite. noticed red ring today. pt is working at a camp so

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My daughter has a "mosquito" bite that is raised, red, and is surrounded by a red ring. what could this be and any advice on how to handle? thanks.

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I have some type of bug bite that was itchy so i was assuming a mosquito bite but i was in the woods. the next day i noticed a circular/ring bruise around the bite and it looks like it's getting worse.

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I had a mosquito bite and it is almost healed but last night i noticed a large red ring around the bite. i have been lightheaded and nauseous this wee?

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My son has three bug bites. they look like mosquito bites. they look like they are healing but now there's a ring around them that look like ringworm. it's not red, it doesn't hurt or itch him. and he has no other symptoms. what could this be?

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I have a large swollen mosquito bite on my leg that has doubled in size throughout the day, it has a large red swollen ring around, is hot to touch and my leg is aching . does this mean it could be infected?

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