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Could Bug Bite Lead To Tiredness, Head Congestion And Running Nose?

I have been feeling extremely tired and fuzzy since last Weds/Thurs. My head feels congested and my nose is running. I do not think I have a fever. My chest feels tight (I have normally well-controlled asthma). A little background... I was in Costa Rica for a week and just returned Sat. While there, I got quite a few bug bites on my legs while zip-lining and horse-back riding. I was actually stepped on (lightly) by a horse - it bruised and there was a scratch that bled but it wasn t that bad. Could either of those have caused some kind of infection or virus?
Thu, 17 Dec 2015
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Hi Dear,

Welcome to HCM.

Understanding your concern. As per your query you have bug bite lead to tiredness, head congestion and running nose . Well there can be many reasons for symptoms you mention in query like allergic reaction or infection specially viral . I would suggest you to consult general practiioner for proper checkup without any delay to prevent the condition like anaphylaxis . Doctor may give adrenalin short or prescribe immunosuppressants , anti viral or anti bacterial depending upon the diagnosis and anti inflammatory . For now stay hydrated ,drink plenty of fluid and take anti histamine like benadryl . Also clean your wound with betadine .

Hope your concern has been resolved.

Get Well Soon.
Best Wishes,
Dr. Harry Maheshwari
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Could Bug Bite Lead To Tiredness, Head Congestion And Running Nose?

Hi Dear, Welcome to HCM. Understanding your concern. As per your query you have bug bite lead to tiredness, head congestion and running nose . Well there can be many reasons for symptoms you mention in query like allergic reaction or infection specially viral . I would suggest you to consult general practiioner for proper checkup without any delay to prevent the condition like anaphylaxis . Doctor may give adrenalin short or prescribe immunosuppressants , anti viral or anti bacterial depending upon the diagnosis and anti inflammatory . For now stay hydrated ,drink plenty of fluid and take anti histamine like benadryl . Also clean your wound with betadine . Hope your concern has been resolved. Get Well Soon. Best Wishes, Dr. Harry Maheshwari