Insect Bite Treatments Sarasota FL

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

Local Businesses

Dr.Christopher Adamson

(941) 343-9900
5741 Bee Ridge Road #510
Sarasota, FL 34233


John Paul Fezza

941-925-2020
4980 Sabal Lake Cir
Sarasota, FL 34238


Aesthetic And Cosmetic Surgery Of Sarasota

1-941-955-9096
1900 South Tamiami Trail
Sarasota, FL 34239


Braun Howard Graham

941-366-8897
2255 S Tamiami Trl
Sarasota, FL 34239


Cosmetic Surgery Center

1-941-927-7888
3900 Clark Rd Bldg E Suite 1
Sarasota, FL 34233


J Morgan O’Donoghue

(941) 926-7546
1952 Field Rd
Sarasota, FL 34231


Hernandez, Alfred D – Hernandez Dermatology

(941) 957-4767
1849 S Osprey Ave
Sarasota, FL 34239


J David Holcomb

941-365-8679
1 S School Ave Ste 800
Sarasota, FL 34237


Monica Kaur Bedi

941-927-5178
3830 Bee Ridge Rd Ste 200
Sarasota, FL 34233


John Leslie Strausser

941-955-9096
1900 S Tamiami Trl
Sarasota, FL 34239


Finkelstein, Robert

856-566-7190
6771 Professional Pkwy
Sarasota, FL 34240


Gregory Hicks Pa

(941) 925-3633
3801 Bee Ridge Rd Ste 1
Sarasota, FL 34233


Braun Graham

(941) 366-8897
2255 S. Tamiami Trail
Sarasota, FL 34239


Parkway Plastic Surgeons

(941)351-6131
2401 University Parkway Suite 204
Sarasota, FL 34243


Braun Graham

941-366-8897
2255 S Tamiami Trl
Sarasota, FL 34239


Dermatology Skin Care Institute

(941) 923-5455
3920 Bee Ridge Rd Ste H-K
Sarasota, FL 34241


Sanctuary At The Park

(941) 360-2300
8451 Shade Ave, Ste 208
Sarasota, FL 34243


Alla Gruman

(941) 360-2477
8451 Shade Ave – #205
Sarasota, FL 34243


Barnett Marguerite

(941) 927-2447
1715 Stickney Point Rd
Sarasota, FL 34231


Jennifer Duf Stroble

(941) 917-4675
5350 University Pkwy – Suite 101
Sarasota, FL 34243


Insect Bite Treatments FAQ in Sarasota, FL

Can I get sepsis from an insect bite?

The bacteria, most commonly Group A streptococcal bacteria, enter the skin through an opening, such as cut, scrape, burn, or surgical incision, or even a bug bite or sting. Cellulitis can cause sepsis in some people. Often incorrectly called blood poisoning, sepsis is the body’s life-threatening response to infection.

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.

When should you see a doctor after a bug bite?

If any redness, swelling or hardening of the skin around the bite gets worse over 24 to 72 hours, be sure to get into the doctor as soon as possible. “The most concerning symptoms would be those of a severe allergic reaction, such as shortness of breath, facial swelling or difficulty swallowing,” Coates said.

When should I be worried about an insect bite?

a large area (around 10cm or more patch of skin) around the bite becomes red and swollen. you have symptoms of a wound infection, such as pus or increasing pain, swelling or redness. you have symptoms of a more widespread infection, such as a high temperature, swollen glands and other flu-like symptoms.

How do I stop itching at night?

Using a humidifier in your home. Regularly applying moisturizer to your skin throughout the day and before bed. Wearing soft clothing to bed, like cotton material. Getting your body ready for bed by removing stress or anxiety (limiting screen time, meditating, yoga).

What makes bug bites heal faster?

Ice. The cold stuff can help decrease inflammation and swelling, Dr. Hydrocortisone cream. This “is like a fire extinguisher that puts out inflammation in the skin,” Dr. Baking soda. This can help dry out the bite and tamp down on inflammation, Dr. Oatmeal. Toothpaste. Calamine lotion.

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.

How do you tell if a bite is a bed bug?

red and swollen, with a dark spot at the center of each bite (they may also look like a hive or welt) arranged in lines or clusters, with multiple bites grouped together. itchy. burning. fluid-filled blisters. you may also find blood stains on the sheets from scratching.

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.

Why is my bug bite getting bigger and redder?

If a sting becomes seriously infected, contact your primary care doctor. Due to bacteria under fingernails, scratching an itchy bug bite is the most likely way infections begin. “You can recognize infection by its hallmarks, which include increasing redness, warmth to the touch, pain and pus,” said Monteiro.