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Are the itchy small red dots on the feet related to insect bites?
Query: Hi doctor,I have small red dots on both feet that are itchy. I have no idea if they are insect bites or something else. I took Telfast for the itching, but it did not go away. The current medications include Cetirizine for the flu and Dextromethorphan for cough.Kindly help. Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq, and thank you for choosing us as your provider for health care. I have gone through all your details and appreciate your concern. It looks like papular urticaria to me, which is indeed caused by insects, including mosquitoes. That is why the lesions are mainly over di... Read Full »
How can parents prevent insect bites and stings on their children, and when to seek a doctor?
Query: Hi doctor,I have a few doubts about preventing insect bites in children. Here are my questions:1. How can parents prevent insect bites and stings on their children this summer?2. What can a parent do at home to treat an insect bite or sting?3. What are the signs of an allergic reaction related to in... Read Full »
Dr. Goswami Parth Rajendragiri
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. Your concern is regarding insect bite. Hereby, I am giving you suggestions regarding your questions: 1. To prevent insect bites, the skin should be covered well with clothes. Insect repellent available commercially can be used. Net can be fit into a house. Try to avoid v... Read Full »