Insect Bite Treatments Decatur AL

Find top doctors who perform Insect Bite Treatments in Decatur, AL. Whether you’re seeking treatment or looking to schedule a preventative screening, we can connect you with the best dermatologists near you in Decatur, AL.

Local Businesses

Littlejohn William F

1-256-355-8224
2002 Flint Road Southeast
Decatur, AL 35601


Copeland S Kinney

1-256-355-6200
1218 13Th Avenue Southeast
Decatur, AL 35601


Godwin George H Iii Facs

1-256-355-6200
1218 13Th Avenue Southeast
Decatur, AL 35601


Wyatt, Samantha

650-723-6995
1316 Somerville Rd Se Ste 4
Decatur, AL 35601


Gordon Michael Telepun

(256) 340-5188
1206 Somerville Rd Se
Decatur, AL 35601


James L Reeder

(256) 350-2550
1310 Somerville Rd Se
Decatur, AL 35601


Angelo Mancuso, Do

(256) 351-9996
2828 Highway 31 South, Suite 105
Decatur, AL 35603


Weaver, Jere H – Weaver Jere H

(256) 351-1874
1874 Beltline Rd Sw, #160
Decatur, AL 35601


Patrick Lappert

(256) 355-5585
1874 Beltline Road Sw Suite 120
Decatur, AL 35601


James Reeder

(256) 350-2550
1310 Somerville Rd Se
Decatur, AL 35601


James Lendon Reeder

256-350-2550
1310 Somerville Rd Se
Decatur, AL 35601


Angelo Mancuso, Do

256-351-9996
2828 Highway 31 S Ste 105
Decatur, AL 35603


Gordon Telepun, Facs

(256) 340-5188
Decatur Plastic Surgery 1206 Somerville Road, Se
Decatur, AL 35601


Lappert Plastic Surgery

(256) 355-5585
1874 Beltline Rd Sw # 120
Decatur, AL 35601


Decatur Ent Assoc

(256) 355-6200
1218 13Th Ave Se
Decatur, AL 35601


Benjamin Wayne Light

256-355-6200
1218 13Th Ave Se
Decatur, AL 35601


Joseph Thomas Backe

256-350-2875
1203 Medical Dr Se
Decatur, AL 35601


The Sinus & Allergy Center

(256)355-6200
1218 13Th Avenue Southeast
Decatur, AL 35601


Samantha Shaw Wyatt

(256) 353-7775
1316 Somerville Rd Se – Suite 4
Decatur, AL 35601


Mancuso A Dr Phys

(256)351-9996
2828 Highway 31 South
Decatur, AL 35603


Insect Bite Treatments FAQ in Decatur, AL

What is the best cream for insect bites?

Hydrocortisone cream: Anti-inflammatory topical creams, such as hydrocortisone cream, can be used to help minimise itching, redness and swelling. Oral antihistamine: Antihistamines work to counter the effects of the natural histamine produced by your body.

What does it mean if a bug bite is warm to the touch?

Symptoms. If a bug bite develops cellulitis, you’ll notice symptoms including redness and swelling. The bite will be painful or tender to the touch and may feel warm. These are common symptoms of cellulitis.

What do spider bites look like?

Typically, a spider bite looks like any other bug bite — a red, inflamed, sometimes itchy or painful bump on your skin — and may even go unnoticed. Harmless spider bites usually don’t produce any other symptoms. Many skin sores look the same but have other causes, such as a bacterial infection.

Why do my bites swell so much?

What is skeeter syndrome? Skeeter syndrome is a large local allergic reaction to mosquito bites marked by significant inflammation. If you have it, you’re allergic to substances in the mosquito’s saliva. Some people have so much swelling that they have trouble moving.

What kind of bite causes severe swelling?

Insects that can trigger allergic reactions include mosquitos, kissing bugs, bees, wasps and fire ants. A typical reaction for those who are not allergic may include pain, swelling and redness that’s confined to the sting or bite area. But if you’re having an allergic reaction, the symptoms may be more severe.

What are the red flags for sepsis?

Severe breathlessness or sleepiness. It feels like you’re going to die or pass out. Skin mottled or discoloured. An extremely high or a very low temperature; repeated vomiting; seizures; and a rash which doesn’t fade when you press a glass against it are also possible ‘red flags’.

What are signs of infection with a bug bite?

Fever. Chills. Swelling, redness or red streaking around the bite area. Cold sweats. Nausea. Trouble concentrating. Blisters, pus or drainage. Swollen lymph nodes.

Why do insect bites get worse at night?

“Most people itch more at night because our cortisol levels (our bodies’ own anti-inflammatory hormone) are higher in the morning and also because we are less distracted as we wind down and try to fall asleep,” explained Dr. Kassouf.

How long does itching from bites last?

A swollen red mark may then form on your skin, which can last a few hours and may be painful and itchy. Sometimes a larger area around the sting can be painful, red and swollen for up to a week. This is a minor allergic reaction that is not usually anything to worry about.

What can you put on bug bites overnight?

Wash the area with soap and water. Apply an ice pack for 10 minutes to reduce swelling and itching. Reapply ice pack as needed. Apply a mixture of baking soda and water, which can help reduce the itch response. Use an over-the-counter anti-itch or antihistamine cream to help relieve itching.