How to treat a bump caused by a mosquito bite
Disease description:
I was just bitten by a mosquito and developed a large blister. I would like to know how to treat swelling or bumps caused by insect bites.
Doctor's answer (1)
Dr. Zhou Xiaofeng
After being bitten by mosquitoes or insects, if the local skin shows significant redness and swelling accompanied by intense itching, it is clinically referred to as insect bite dermatitis. This condition usually occurs in children or patients with sensitive skin. It can be treated with topical applications of flower dew water or essential balm; however, essential balm is suitable for individuals older than one month. If the effect is not satisfactory, topical corticosteroid ointments such as triamcinolone acetonide ointment, dexamethasone ointment, or hydrocortisone ointment may also be used externally. If there is no obvious skin ulceration at the affected site, calamine lotion can also be applied externally.
