what are the therapies for skin swelling due to insect bites?

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what are the therapies for skin swelling due to insect bites?

my sister was bitten by a cockroach and it really swelled up.. can you help me? what a

2006-12-02 16:21:39 · 4 answers · asked by jr 1 in Health ➔ Diseases & Conditions ➔ Skin Conditions

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damn thats terrible. those hurt and itch at the same time. try some cooling lavender gel or tea tree oil. you can also try a cucumber or tomato to relieve her from the itching/burning sensation. it will go away in a few days.

2006-12-02 16:25:10 · answer #1 · answered by painintheneck 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋

Hydrocortisone cream and ice. Also, Aspirin works well for inflammation. Just don't give it to children.

2006-12-02 16:23:40 · answer #2 · answered by Jenn 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋

make a paste with baking soda and water put on bite and allow to dry

2006-12-02 16:28:15 · answer #3 · answered by pickidillie 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋