My sister has a large bubble on her leg, she claims she was bitten by a mosquito. The bubble has just about the same circumference as a nickel, and sticks out a full centimeter. We are popping it with a needle now, can anyone diagnose this?
After it is popped and some things have oozed out, what precautions should we take after?
2007-05-25 15:00:38 · 11 answers · asked by johnnydera18 3 in Health ➔ General Health Care ➔ First Aid
get off the computer and help you sister..
2007-05-25 15:03:02 · answer #1 · answered by I AM BACK 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
If it really was a mosquito that bit her, then she must be very allergic to mosquito bites. That's OK. You say you're popping it? Well, after it has popped and the liquid oozes out, wash the region well with soap and water and put some antiseptic lotion or ointment on it. This will prevent the raw skin from getting infected easily.
If some problem arises, take her to the nearest place where you can get medical help.
2007-05-25 16:31:49 · answer #2 · answered by Akilesh - Internet Undertaker 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
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2016-10-18 10:29:19 · answer #3 · answered by coombe 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Hi Ho,
Recent MD grad here,
I know, you don't need to go to a doc for every little thing. Having said that, allergic reactions can be VERY fast. Best bet at this point is this, turn around from your monitor and call your doctor (who will have someone on call) or your local ER. They will ask you some questions about the bite and tell you whether your sister needs to come in right now, whether she needs an ambulance, whether she can wait to come in to the office tomorrow, or whether whatever it is can be dealt with at home. Without knowing the details, it's pretty hard to be sure what to do.
Good luck to you and your sister,
Julie
2007-05-25 15:16:12 · answer #4 · answered by julia.hoover 3 · 0⤊ 1⤋
If a mosquito bite has caused that type of reaction, your best bet would be to go to the emergency room and get it checked out, just to be on the safe side. I wouldn't even pop it until you have talked to a doctor.
2007-05-25 15:09:34 · answer #5 · answered by teach2learn0707 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
most likely this is an abcess or small pocket of infection. you did not mention how long ago she first noticed this "bubble" or irritation. Wash the area well, if any additional swelling or signs of infection occur seek medical attention. Watch the area for increasing redness, warmth, drainage or streaking up the leg. It may heal on its own, or she may need the area drained and/or antibiotics.
Good luck and have a medical doctor look at the wound as you feel is needed.
2007-05-25 15:54:28 · answer #6 · answered by nellbellgirl 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
If she was bitten by a mosquito and it swelled like that, she's probably allergic to mosquito bites. If you've popped it, wash it out with soap and water and put some neosporin on it to prevent infection.
2007-05-25 15:04:10 · answer #7 · answered by sonofstar 5 · 2⤊ 0⤋
Don't pop it!! A blister is Nature's bandaid. By breaking it, you allow bacteria and other microorganisms to enter the area of tender, raw skin. If you've already popped it, keep it covered and very clean. Observe for further redness or thick, greenish or yellow discharge. If the redness worsens, if she has pain or fever, or any other unusual reaction, go to a doctor. If she's not allergic to any meds, you can put a small amount of polysporin on it.
2007-05-25 15:05:43 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 1⤋
Sounds like what they call a "boil" to me, not a mosquito bite. See a doctor to be sure. Boils are not serious but they have a large sized "core" that has to be removed.
2007-05-25 15:13:30 · answer #9 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 1⤋
That sounds like a spider bite that's laid eggs, use peroxide.
2007-05-25 15:05:35 · answer #10 · answered by Ribzy 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋