Noticed discoloration & irritation of skin due to insect bite
Patient: hi, I was bitten by an unknown insect almost two weeks ago and the inflammation of the bite is still there along with tissue bruising, leaving my skin around the bite discoloured. I have noticed over the past few days after the bite hole if you wish, has raised into a almost puss like spot, however around the skin is still discoloured, inflamed and sore burst and left my skin slightly torn. I have this continuous tingling sensation which gradually increases in pain, almost like a really bad case of pins and needles. the pain starts from the bite down to the sole of my feet. I have no idea what to do about it, and how to treat it. all I have dine thus far is take ibuprofen for the pain and apply an ice pack and on occasion Vaseline around the bite. however nothing seems to be working. Doctor: HiWelcome to Health care magic.I went through the history you have provided here. It seems from the history that you are having irritation of skin following a insect bite.These symptoms indicate secondary infection in the skin. I usually treat these conditions by the use of antibiotics and anti-inflammatory drugs. Application of local antiseptic ointments and hot compression provides rapid relief.Do consult your doctor for examination to confirm the diagnosis and prescription of drugs.Hope this is helpful to you.Thank you for writing to us.