Due to their curious and playful nature, especially when they are outdoors, children often experience insect bites. How can you treat mosquito bite rashes in kids, and when should you bring them to a doctor because of it? Find out here.
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Due to their curious and playful nature, especially when they are outdoors, children often experience insect bites. How can you treat mosquito bite rashes in kids, and when should you bring them to a doctor because of it? Find out here.
Many of us don’t give a second thought about mosquito bites; after all, they mostly only bring a slight discomfort and usually resolve on their own. However, please note that a person, including kids, can have other mosquito bite reactions besides rashes.
Below are some of the possible reactions:
Before we discuss tips to prevent mosquito bites, let’s first talk about some home remedies for the rashes.
Thankfully, the bumps only last for a couple of hours to a few days. To ease rashes, you can do the following:
Generally, mosquito bite rashes in kids are harmless, even if the bump and redness persist for a couple of days (4 days). But, if you notice the following signs, bring your child to the doctor:
Finally, if your child develops difficulty breathing or swallowing, bring them to the hospital right away. These symptoms may indicate a severe allergic reaction.
The good news is you can prevent kids from experiencing mosquito bite rashes by practicing the following measures:
Learn more about Child Skincare here.
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