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My daughter have a insect bite on her cheeck it is red and swollan what can we do until tomorrow when we can visit the gp?

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Dr. Katharine Cox answered

Specializes in Pediatric Emergency Medicine

Reaction/infection: I’m not sure when the bite occurred. If it was recent than more likely reaction but if 2-3 days old consider infection. Your doctor will suggest necessary meds. In the meantime keep it clean with soap and water. All the best.

Answered 1/2/2018

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