The baby was bitten by a mosquito localized swelling is very hard, usually due to the mosquito bite caused by the metabolic reaction, can be applied locally, oral medication, etc., to alleviate the symptoms.
1. local application of drugs: parents can use glycerine lotion for children to wash the affected area, to reduce the symptoms, or glucocorticoid ointment, such as hydrocortisone, with astringent, antipruritic, anti-inflammatory effect.
2. Oral medication: If the child’s symptoms are severe, antihistamines such as cetirizine and loratadine may be prescribed; if the scratching is secondary to infection, antibiotics (e.g., cefaclor) may be prescribed.
In addition, some of the symptoms are mild, the general insect bite reaction 7 to 10 days can naturally subside, and will not leave a scar.
If your baby is bitten by mosquitoes, the local swelling is very big and hard, and the symptoms are serious, or the symptoms have not improved, you should go to the hospital for early treatment. The above drugs should be used under the guidance of a doctor, prohibit self-medication.