Swelling of the hand by mosquito bites may be caused by insect bite dermatitis, secondary infection and other causes. According to the cause to take general treatment, topical drugs, oral medication and other methods of treatment.
1. Insect bite dermatitis: mosquito bites may produce venomous irritation, easily caused by insect bite dermatitis, it is recommended that you can temporarily use 3% boric acid solution cold compresses in the local area to relieve redness and swelling, but also can be used externally with glycerine lotion, hydrocortisone butyrate cream and other medications to alleviate the treatment. If necessary, oral antihistamines such as loratadine can be taken.
2. Secondary infection: After being bitten by mosquitoes, if the wound is broken, it is easy to cause bacterial infection in the affected area, which can also cause the hand to swell significantly. At this time, anti-infection treatment is needed, such as topical mupirocin ointment, clindamycin ointment and so on. If necessary, can be combined with oral amoxicillin capsules and other antibiotics.
The hand is swollen by the mosquito bite may have other conditions, can go to the hospital to improve the relevant examination to clarify the situation and take appropriate measures. The above drugs need to be used under the guidance of a doctor, avoid self-medication.