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Suggest Remedies For Insect Bite On Hand

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Posted on Sat, 17 Sep 2016
Question: after 48 hrs hand is very swollem and bite site is red and purple on the bite finger... two red lines have formed on top of my hands ... have been taking anahytamine for 24 hrs ... still getting worse
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Answered by Dr. Dr.Raju.A.T (2 hours later)
Brief Answer:
Need steroids

Detailed Answer:
Hi,

Thanks for your query.

Usually antihistamines would suffice for a insect bite allergic reaction. In severe cases, steroids could be employed. Oral Predisolone is the best choice.

I would recommend you to visit your treating physician who can examine you and formulate a steroid dose suitable for you.

Hope, I answered your query.

Wish you good health.


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Suggest Remedies For Insect Bite On Hand

Brief Answer: Need steroids Detailed Answer: Hi, Thanks for your query. Usually antihistamines would suffice for a insect bite allergic reaction. In severe cases, steroids could be employed. Oral Predisolone is the best choice. I would recommend you to visit your treating physician who can examine you and formulate a steroid dose suitable for you. Hope, I answered your query. Wish you good health. Please do ask if any doubts. If you are satisfied with the answer, please rate the same with five stars and close. If in future you need to consult me, you can approach me directly through the below link. http://doctor.healthcaremagic.com/doctors/dr-raju-a-t/60137