Insect (arthropod) bites are typically pink or red and are often round in shape. Some people react to insect bites with large, fluid-filled blisters. An insect bite can result in a blister. Redness, pain, and swelling may follow an insect bite. Bedbug bites are often clustered near each other on the skin.
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Bug Bites or Stings, First Aid 

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Insect (arthropod) bites are typically pink or red and are often round in shape.
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Treatments Your Provider May Prescribe
Depending upon the type of insect bite and reaction, your primary care giver might treat you in the following manner.

For insect bites:
  • Prescription topical corticosteroids
  • Muscle relaxants, pain medicines, antivenin, antibiotics, and sometimes local surgery to relieve venomous insect bites
For stings:
  • Antihistamines or corticosteroids
  • Epinephrine, antihistamines, corticosteroids, intravenous fluids, and oxygen (for anaphylaxis)
  • Injectable epinephrine, for those with known severe allergic reactions
  • Immunotherapy to reduce the chance of repeated severe reactions
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Last Modified: 17 Aug 2009
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