pic Help me: insect bite is really itchy what can I do?

[Steven P. Administrators]

It's just below my wrist, an obvious "bump" and about 5 mm across it is really itchy, what can I do?

[Jim K Global Moderator]

Topical hydrocortisone?

[Steven P. Administrators]

On 27/11/2023 at 14:14, Jim K said:

Topical hydrocortisone?

oh I actually have some of that, thanks!

[Som]

On 27/11/2023 at 12:56, Steven P. said:

It's just below my wrist, an obvious "bump" and about 5 mm across it is really itchy, what can I do?

start working on your superhero costume

[Mindovermaster Global Moderator]

https://skincaregeeks.com/hot-spoon-mosquito-bite/

[cork1958]

Calamine Lotion works really well on itchy spots also.

[Steven P. Administrators]

Thanks guys, some hydrocortisone cream offered immediate relief.

[Dick Montage]

PLEASE keep it clean. As someone who has dealt with sepsis 3 times from bits - just please, keep it clean. And draw a line around the redness - if it spreads then seek assistance. I don’t mean to overstate or cause concern but, don’t end up where I was!

[hagjohn]

I aways keep a Benadryl itch relief stick on hand. I have sweet blood and am always getting bitten.

[Sulphy]

Sudacrem also works pretty well!

If per chance you have scratched it open, rubbing alcohol or white vinegar are my go-to's... i get bitten alot as well! Rubbing alcohol, especially good for keeping the bite clean and the satisfaction of the burn when applying it or the vinegar is like an "O" moment