Insect Bite Treatments Redwood City CA

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

Local Businesses

Huang, Kathie

450 Broadway St
Redwood City, CA 94063


Badger, Joanna

650-723-6316
450 Broadway St # C
Redwood City, CA 94063


Michael Papalian

(650) 364-6060
1100 9Th Avenue
Redwood City, CA 94061


Tang, Jean

650-387-3474
450 Broadway St
Redwood City, CA 94063


Boldrick, Jennifer

650-723-4000
805 Veterans Blvd Ste 201
Redwood City, CA 94063


Michael M. Papalian

(650) 364-6060
2055 Woodside Rd Ste 150
Redwood City, CA 94061


Lyle Rausch

650-361-1177
3060 Broadway
Redwood City, CA 94062


Alison Rhein

650-299-2190
910 Maple St.,Kaiser Permanente Redwood City
Redwood City, CA 94063


Cory Adeline Dunnick

650-723-5381
1150 Veterans Blvd
Redwood City, CA 94063


Carol S Chan

(650) 299-2000
1150 Veterans Blvd
Redwood City, CA 94063


Medical & Surgical Drmtlgc Service

(650) 361-1177
601 N 34Th St Ste C
Redwood City, CA 94062


Mary Lynn Moran

(650) 851-0565
2973 Woodside Rd
Redwood City, CA 94062


Michael M Wick

650-244-9303
2995 Woodside Rd Ste 400
Redwood City, CA 94062


Munyon Dermatology, Incorporated

(650) 654-6020
262 Redwood Shores Pky
Redwood City, CA 94065


Molly D Johnson

(650) 299-2000
1150 Veterans Blvd
Redwood City, CA 94063


Burton Brent

(650) 851-5300
Suite 300 2995 Woodside Road
Redwood City, CA 94062


Alison S Klenk

(650) 299-2000
1150 Veterans Blvd
Redwood City, CA 94063


Jennifer Boldrick

(650) 853-6600
805 Veterans Blvd Ste 201
Redwood City, CA 94063


Lyle John Rausch

(650) 361-1177
3060 Broadway St
Redwood City, CA 94062


Moran Mary Lynn

(650) 851-0565
2973 Woodside Rd
Redwood City, CA 94062


Insect Bite Treatments FAQ in Redwood City, CA

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 is the best home remedy for insect bites?

Oatmeal. One remedy for an uncomfortable mosquito bite may also be one of your favorite breakfasts. Crushed ice. Heat. Honey. Aloe vera. Baking soda. Basil. Vinegar.

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.

Does hand sanitizer get rid of bug bites?

Using alcohol has been a remedy for bites of all kinds, and it is very effective on mosquito bites. You can utilize commons forms of alcohol that you have on hand, such as rubbing alcohol or hand sanitizer. However, we recommend using witch hazel because it is a natural astringent.

Why is my bug bite so big?

When you get stung, they inject the venom under your skin. “The concern about the venomous insects is that some people develop an allergic reaction. When you have an allergy to the insect venom, the part of your body that got stung, will swell up.

What kind of bite leaves a big red bump?

Chigger bites are itchy red bumps that can look like pimples, blisters, or small hives. They are usually found around the waist, ankles, or in warm skin folds. They get bigger and itchier over several days, and often appear in groups.

What helps bites stop itching?

How to stop bug bites from itching. Opt for 1% hydrocortisone. Dab on a bit of rubbing alcohol. Apply a cold compress. Soothe it with menthol or camphor. Slather on some aloe vera. Try a pramoxine lotion. Take an oral antihistamine.

How do you know if a bite is serious?

you’re worried about a bite or sting. your symptoms do not start to improve within a few days or are getting worse. you’ve been stung or bitten in your mouth or throat, or near your eyes. a large area (around 10cm or more patch of skin) around the bite becomes red and swollen.

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 reduces swelling from insect bite?

Apply a cloth dampened with cold water or filled with ice to the area of the bite or sting for 10 to 20 minutes. This helps reduce pain and swelling. If the injury is on an arm or leg, raise it. Apply to the affected area calamine lotion, baking soda paste, or 0.5% or 1% hydrocortisone cream.

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’.