What should I do if a child's bite from a mosquito becomes swollen?
My son gets bitten by mosquitoes all over his body during summer, resulting in swollen pimples. I would like to ask, what should be done if a child's mosquito bites become swollen?
Doctor's answer (1)
Local swelling from mosquito bites in children is a localized skin allergic reaction caused by mosquito toxins. At this time, avoid touching or scratching the area. A topical application of iodophor for disinfection can be used. For patients with severe swelling and blistering skin, wet compresses with normal saline solution can be applied for about 10 minutes each time. Children may also take oral chlorpheniramine tablets, loratadine syrup, or cetirizine, either alone or combined with desensitization therapy. Keep the child's fingernails clean, wash hands frequently, and change undergarments regularly. If symptoms do not improve, timely consultation with a dermatologist at the hospital is necessary for further treatment.
