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We assumed that the child was bite by a mosquito. We gave

 

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We assumed that the child was bite by a mosquito. We gave her a bath. Today the area is swollen. What do you recommend we do next.

 

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Person's Gender: Female
Person's Age: 19 months

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Applied alcohol to the swelling. The bite is located on her forehead.

Submitted: 379 days and 17 hours ago.
Category: Pediatrics
Value: $38
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Expert:  Louise Sivak, M.D. replied 379 days and 16 hours ago.


Louise Sivak, M.D. :

Hello, if no trouble breathing or widespread hives, then you can apply topical benadryl to the area if it is itching. No further medical attention is needed for an isolated insect bite. ER immediately if any systemic symptoms.

Louise Sivak, M.D. :

Hello?

Louise Sivak, M.D. :

Please ACCEPT if I've answered your question , or reply back with any questions you still have, Best,

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Answered: 4/29/2012

Experience: Pediatrician, Board-certified in Ped Hematology/Oncology

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