What to do if a child’s face is swollen by a mosquito bite

Children’s faces are swollen by mosquito bites belong to insect bite dermatitis, you can control the symptoms through topical drugs, oral medication, general treatment and other measures. 1. Topical drugs: can be used externally anti-inflammatory ointment such as erythromycin ointment, mupirocin ointment, etc., can be used externally glycerine lotion, with astringent anti-itching effect, at the same time, short-term with the glucocorticoid ointment, such as hydrocortisone ointment, etc., to play the role of itching and swelling. 2. Oral medication: If the swelling and itching are serious, you can take antihistamines such as cetirizine and chlorpheniramine, or glucocorticoid medications such as prednisone tablets and dexamethasone tablets. 3. General treatment: keep the skin clean and hygienic, avoid scratching and squeezing, and apply cold compresses locally with ice cubes and cool towels. It is recommended to consult a doctor in time, if you need to use drugs need to be used under the guidance of a doctor.