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Allergy or insect bite

2021-08-30 17:06:56
Hi doc There is swelling and redness in my daughter's hand. I guess this is mosquitoe bite or some allergy. What should i apply so that the swelling and redness gets normal? Attaching photo as well. Thanks in advance
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it is a insects bite. Management is raise hand by flexing at elbow and hand on pillow. apply ice cubes followed by lactocalamine lotion locally. Apply it two three ties a day.
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take cre against mosquitoes
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use mosquito net.you c use mosquito repellent. better do it otherwise you get malaria and Dengue

Answered2021-09-01 16:54:21

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Apply calamine lotion. Always mention age and weight

Answered2021-08-31 01:33:46

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You can apply calamine lotion. For itching sensation, there is a syrup. Please mention your child's weight and age so that we can help

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