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Ant Bite

Description

Ant bites can cause local irritation, itching, and allergic reactions.

Symptoms

Symptoms

Localized swelling and itching.

Tests

Tests

A history and physical exam will be performed.

Treatment

Treatment

Symptomatic treatment includes antihistamines for itching, cold compresses, and nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory medications/NSAIDs (ibuprofen/Motrin or Advil, naproxen/Naprosyn),acetaminophen(Tylenol).

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I live in Southeast Texas where there's a multitude of fire ants. Just read your iTriage blog on fire ants. Can we ship some of these critters up north? I'm tired of being stung by them. Haven't tried the cold compresses, but I'll try that next time. Thanks.


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@Brantanamo Good Morning Ant ! sunny but cold ? Very wierd! But here, right now is just the sun! I'm ready to a new warm day!<3

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Been to Opra "Carmen" now, and eate laate dinner, ant now its 11.55AM xD TIRED!

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