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How to treat popular urticaria on 6 year child on his face and hand ?

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Dr. Johanna Fricke answered

Specializes in Pediatrics - Developmental and Behavioral

Papular Urticaria : is a hypersensitivity reaction to bites, feces or eggs of fleas, ticks & mites on cats & dogs or mosquitoes, bedbugs, gnats, caterpillars & moths. Use safe insecticide sprays while he is out of the house & treat all pets. Trim his nails; scratching can lead to skin infection. His doctor can prescribe oral antihistamines based on his wt. & mild topical steroids & insecticides based on his age.

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Answered 12/17/2015

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A member asked:

How to treat popular urticaria on 6 year child on his face and hand ?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Johanna Fricke answered

Dr Hegab and 2 doctors agreed

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