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Swelling after insect bite ( infant)
Swelling after insect bite. The swelling seem to have reduced since yesterday. No fever/rash/ sign of pain. Is it concerning? Do I need to see a doctor? My daughter is 10 months old.
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If there no increase in size or associated redness, you can continue observation.
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Needs to be examined clinically. May require some anti allergic to reduce the redness and swelling. These swellings may get infected too. So better to see a doctor.
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Since it's reducing,you can just observe,if itching is there apply caladryl lotion
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Apply neosporin ointment twice daily for 3-4 days
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Dr. Venkatesh Badugu
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9 yrs exp
Hyderabad
Apply T bact ointment apply thrice daily for 5 days
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Dr. Sachin Pariskar
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Pune
Kindly show once physically to nearby pediatrician
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Dr. Bhatt Vivek Prafulchandra
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Rajkot
Consult with Pediatrician physically for further evaluation and treatment
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