She is 12 and she said she started to itch and so she scratched and scratched and its red and itchy and spreading on to her cheast and stomach. What should I do?
P.S No adult around to help
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Well shes had the chicken pox before.
2006-10-06 17:22:32 · 14 answers · asked by Anonymous in Pregnancy & Parenting ➔ Parenting
Benadrel, calamine lotion and don't touch it! She's probably having an allergic reaction to something, if she is the meds will help. If she has a fever then it's a virus, in that case go to the doctor first thing in the morning unless the temp exceeds103.5f. Good luck!
2006-10-06 17:30:24 · answer #1 · answered by Lesley C 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Well first of all, does it look like insect bites or a rash? I got my first tattoo a couple of weeks ago. I wanted to dye my hair and i wasnt allergic to the dye b4. But after i dyed my hair i got Hives around my tattoo that were really itching me to death! I showed my aunt and she used some Neosporn on them and they went away.Come to find out i am now allergic to hair dye. It is probably an allergic reaction so try neosporn and make sure she isnt wearing tight fitted clothing bc it makes it itch more and spread worse. Dont let her scratch it anymore then she already has because it will spread worse the more she scratches it. If this dont help seek medical help.
2006-10-06 19:44:04 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
If it is spreading, and spreading fast, you need to call the doctor. If it's not spreading FAST, get some oatmeal bath and Benadryl 25 mg. Take a 15-minute bath at bedtime and take one Benadryl.
It is likely contact dermatitis, if it is red, scaley, or bumpy. But, if it looks like small pimples, then probably not. If it looks like this, or if she gets a spiking fever.... then it's best to contact an adult.
BEFORE giving the Benadryl, you need to contact a pharmacist to make sure about the amount of the prescription... or the amount should be on the box as well.
2006-10-06 17:28:15 · answer #3 · answered by Willalee 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Find an adult and go to a doctor. Why aren't there any adults around??? Are you run aways. Find an adult fast and get your sister to a hospital. She might have caught something or have a allergic reaction. Why are you asking Yahoo anyway. Go find an Adult now.
2016-03-28 00:32:24 · answer #4 · answered by ? 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You can get the chicken pox again....if she didn't have a very bad case of them. If you're that worried about her though, you really should call an adult...mom, dad, or any of your relatives.
2006-10-06 17:34:25 · answer #5 · answered by Angie 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
If it starts on one arm and spreads, it is likely to be a chemical irritant like poison ivy or poison oak. Was she out in areas where she might have contacted with poisonous plant species?
2006-10-06 17:33:42 · answer #6 · answered by Kitiany 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
i woud get her to the dr as soon as possible especialyl if its spreading. rashes are a sign of infection or something worse even. perhaps she is having an allergic reaction ad this is the begiining....get some benedryl going and get to the e.r.
2006-10-06 21:02:56 · answer #7 · answered by amandaped25 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
if the itch is getting unbearable call a doctor. If you are in the USA dail 911
2006-10-06 17:33:11 · answer #8 · answered by Bigi Bal 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
this could be an allergic reaction to something... new detergent, food item, I would call an adult especially if your sis is very young... any trustworthy neihbors.... or close family... is she breathing ok? if needed there always 9-1-1 and get an ambulance...watch her close... good luck hope she is ok
2006-10-06 17:28:59 · answer #9 · answered by curious dad 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
for medical problems do not consult strangers! Go to the doctor
2006-10-07 01:01:18 · answer #10 · answered by Rachel 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋