Question 1

i have a bug bite! what should i do?

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Clean, ice, caladryl: A bug bite introduces a minute puncture wound in the skin, which is the body's most important barrier to infections, and is the largest organ of the body.  Most important principle is to prevent the bite becoming a source of skin infection (cellulitis):  clean 2-4 x daily, ice the swelling, apply anything to prevent scratching the itch.  See doc if redness, swelling progresses, fever...

Question 2

bug bite that is spreading. should i be worried?

Accepted Answer

It you have a rash: That is continuing to spread - you may have an allergic reaction. Recommend medical eval.

Question 3

how can an itchy bug bite be treated?

Accepted Answer

Cortisone Cream: Stops itching. Topical alcohol may help.

Question 4

what bug bite has clear puss coming out ?

Accepted Answer

Fire ant: Likely fire ant. They actually sting, not bite and leave a fluid-filled blister.

Question 5

what causes a bubble on top of a bug bite?

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Blister Insect Bite: Many bug bites are harmless. They itch or sting a little, and the symptoms disappear withing a day or two. There are some types of bugs that cause more severe side effects when they bite human skin. One of these side effects is blisters. Those who are bitten by a bug and find their skin blistering may panic because they do not know what is going on. Blistering from a bug bite is not uncommon..

Question 6

what kind of bug bite looks like a bullseye?

Accepted Answer

Perhaps lyme disease: Several bites can cause this response, and it most often means nothing to your health, and clears without treatment.  Dermatologists consider lyme disease, caused by an infection introduced in a tick bite, which classically causes erythema  migrans-an expanding target like lesion.  No other symptoms may be present at the onset of the rash, so consider seeing your doctor for preventative medication.

Question 7

how can you tell if you have a cicada bug bite?

Accepted Answer

Most bites look same: I'm not sure that cicadas actually bite- most times it is hard to tell one bug bite from another with the exception of brown recluse spider bites and ticks
Most bug bites do not cause problems except for being annoying and itching 
You can apply over the counter cortisone cream if there is itching

Question 8

is a swollen bug bite normally hot to the touch?

Accepted Answer

Yes: Your inflammatory cells come in to take care of the bite and this causes swelling and warmth.  This should subside in a day or two --if not i would be concerned about an infection--see your family doc.

Question 9

how can  crossing a bug bite make it stop itching?

Accepted Answer

Sign of the cross?: Making the sign of the cross? I have never heard of that before. Here are a couple of good remedies: rub a basil leaf on the bite. It  has  anti-inflammatory properties effect. You can also apply a 1 to 1 mix of water and baking soda.

Question 10

is it normal to get a bubble on top of your bug bite?

Accepted Answer

See a dermatologist: It is difficult to make a proper diagnosis since I am not there to see the condition. I recommend seeing a dermatologist so that they can make a proper diagnosis and give you something to get rid of the condition or relieve symptoms.

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