I woke up this morning scratching my right index finger (most likely a bug bite). My right index finger has been swollen since. Also, there is a mysterious blister-type skin abnormality that is on my left forearm that appeared this morning. Any ideas? Could these two things be related?
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Mysterious bump & swollen finger
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Thank you for your inquiry. I agree with most of the responses thus far and without more information and a bit more history, along with pictures, this could be a whole host of issues. Best to see your GP, or a dermatologist. Hope this helps. Todd A. Born, ND (naturopathic doctor).
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Any time you suspect a bug bite with itching, a safe homeopathic remedy to try is Apis Mellifica 6C, available at your local health food store. Take 4 pellets, wait 10minutes, and take 4 more pellets. You may need a another dose later, but this will handle bug bites, as well as bee stings, very fast. You can carry this remedy with you whenever you are around biting or stinging insects. Regarding the forearm, see a Health Care Practitioner or Dermatologist. Be ready to describe any recent changes or exposures to foods or chemicals.
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Both of these sites could be related to a bug bite, the concern would be for skin infection as a complication. This might require antibiotics if the local swelling or pain increases. These issues should be addressed by an urgent care physician today. (or your PCP if they are available immediately). Fever, swollen lymph nodes, and red streaks moving up the arm are additional signs of infection progression
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The bump on the finger does sound like a bug bite and is probably more irritated from the itching. The lesion on the forearm might be an insect bite as well. Both of these will likely improve with time. Itching may make the inflammation worse and you might try over the counter hydrocortisone to settle this down. I would only worry about these lesions if they begin to show signs of infection or cellulitis. You would know this because the finger would become redder, more swollen, painful, and warm to the touch. If that happens, have a doctor take a look at it promptly.
There are many possibilities. Here are a few thoughts.
1) Possible two bites from one insect/spider. This could be a bed bug or a spider.
2) If the lesions are spreading, more likely a systemic reaction (not a bite).
3) I would need to know what other chronic medical problems you have experienced to see if anything is connected. If otherwise healthy as indicated above, most likely a contact reaction or insect bite.
4) Itching would point towards an allergic reaction to some exposure.
5) Without picture and further information, difficult to be more precise.
If in Tennessee call to schedule appointment.
1) Possible two bites from one insect/spider. This could be a bed bug or a spider.
2) If the lesions are spreading, more likely a systemic reaction (not a bite).
3) I would need to know what other chronic medical problems you have experienced to see if anything is connected. If otherwise healthy as indicated above, most likely a contact reaction or insect bite.
4) Itching would point towards an allergic reaction to some exposure.
5) Without picture and further information, difficult to be more precise.
If in Tennessee call to schedule appointment.
Swollen digits can be anything from an insect sting to a serious infection. Tenderness signals a more serious condition. The blistering rash sounds like contact dermatitis. If persists, an allergist can do a test to look for a cause. Might try OTC hydrocortisone cream on the blisters to see if they go away. Itching is more consistent with an allergy, pain is not.
Hello, thank you for your question. Based on what you've shared, it's hard to say what the bump may be or if the skin issues may be related without taking actually taking a look at them. If you'd like to schedule a time to come in, feel free to call us here at 206-525-8012 and we'll do all we can to help.
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