Insect Bite Treatments Muskegon MI

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

Local Businesses

Lakeshore Dermatology Laser Medical Spa

(231) 798-9500

Muskegon, MI 49440


Stephen E Fisher

231-722-7245
1675 Leahy St Ste 326B
Muskegon, MI 49442


Fisher Stephen E

1-231-728-5055
1675 Leahy Street Suite 326
Muskegon, MI 49442


Nykamp, Bw – Nykamp Bw

(231) 722-7467
1643 Peck St
Muskegon, MI 49441


Fountain Rejuvenation Ctr

(231) 737-3223
8700 Watertown Plank Road Dept. Of Plastic Surgery
Muskegon, MI 49440


Petty Veronica R

1-231-737-4194

Muskegon, MI 49440


Herbert M Blair Iii

231-733-1920
1560 E Sherman Blvd Ste 240
Muskegon, MI 49444


Daniel Kislov

(231) 727-5565
1675 Leahy Street Suite 328
Muskegon, MI 49442


Blair, Herbert

231-733-1920
1560 E Sherman Blvd Ste 240
Muskegon, MI 49444


Daniel Edward Kislov

231-727-5565
1675 Leahy St Ste 328
Muskegon, MI 49442


Kislov, Daniel E – Kislov Daniel E

(231) 727-5565
9200 W Wisconsin Ave Third Floor
Muskegon, MI 49440


Richard Claude Huff

1150 E Sherman Blvd
Muskegon, MI 49444


Porter Robert J Jr

1-231-737-4194

Muskegon, MI 49440


Fountain Rejuvenation Center

(231) 737-3223
9200 West Wisconsin Avenue
Muskegon, MI 49441


Stephen N Zonca

(231) 739-9461
1316 Mercy Dr
Muskegon, MI 49444


Brown Frederick B

1-231-737-4194

Muskegon, MI 49440


Herbert Milton Blair

(231) 733-4781
1560 E Sherman Blvd – West Shore Professional Building
Muskegon, MI 49444


Myers Gregory A

1-231-737-4194

Muskegon, MI 49440


Stephen Zonca

(231) 739-9461
1316 Mercy Drive
Muskegon, MI 49444


Blair Iii, Herbert M – Blair Iii Herbert M

(231) 733-4781
1560 E Sherman Blvd, #240
Muskegon, MI 49444


Insect Bite Treatments FAQ in Muskegon, MI

Which ointment is best for insect bites?

General insect bites. Soothe them all with an ice cube, a cold washcloth, calamine lotion, a paste of baking soda, or an over-the-counter hydrocortisone ointment. For mosquito or other minor bites, try calamine lotion.

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 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.

Why am I waking up with itchy bites?

The most common insect known for biting people while they are sleeping is the bed bug. If you wake up with multiple bites that are painless at first but become itchy welts over time, especially around your armpits, neck, behind your knee, or on your inner thighs, then you might be dealing with a bed bug infestation.

Do bed bugs just bite at night?

Since bed bugs bite at night and hide by day, just entering an infested area during the day is not cause for alarm. Two bed bug bites more than a week after feeding on the same arm shown above. Frequently, the first evidence of the presence of bed bugs is the sudden appearance of very itchy bites on your torso.

Do spider bites have 2 holes?

THE BITE HAS TWO PUNCTURE MARKS. It’s not always easy to see, but a true spider bite will present itself with two puncture marks. The spider’s fangs cause these marks when they pierce the skin.

What are the red flags for sepsis?

loss of consciousness. severe breathlessness. a high temperature (fever) or low body temperature. a change in mental state – like confusion or disorientation. slurred speech. cold, clammy and pale or mottled skin. a fast heartbeat. fast breathing.

What if my bug bite is swelling and becoming large?

Seek immediate medical attention if a sting causes: Significant swelling beyond the site of the sting or swelling in the face, eyes, lips, tongue, or throat. Dizziness or trouble breathing or swallowing. You feel ill after being stung 10 times or more at once.

What medicine treats insect bites?

For painful bites, such as a bee sting, take an over-the-counter painkiller, such as acetaminophen or ibuprofen. For bites that itch, apply an ice pack or an over-the-counter anti-itch cream, such as hydrocortisone.

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.

Can bites give you sepsis?

Most often, a good cleaning and perhaps antibiotic ointment takes care of the wound but sometimes, these bites and scratches can result in a bacterial infection. Occasionally, these infections can trigger sepsis.

What gets rid of bug bites the fastest?

For bites that itch, apply an ice pack or an over-the-counter anti-itch cream, such as hydrocortisone. Another option is to take an over-the-counter oral antihistamine. To reduce swelling, apply an ice pack to the bite.

Is Vicks Vapor Rub good for insect bites?

I have an excellent use for Vicks VapoRub: mosquito bites! It not only stops the itch right away, but the bite disappears.

How long does an insect bite lump last?

A wheal is a red, slightly raised mark on the skin, which is often itchy but temporary. It may develop immediately after being bitten. A wheal lasts about two hours but is often followed by a small itchy solid lump which develops up to 24 hours later. This can last for several days before fading away.