I was outside yesterday playing when my friend swatted my face. She said that a large bug was on it. When she slapped it away, it s blood got all over my face. I m worried it could of been somthing toxic, and I don t know what to do about it. The intire left side of my face is swollen with a large swollen bump on my cheek. She described it as large, orangish red and black, and it was like eating and digging at my face. I have put hidracortazone cream on it, but the swelling hasent gone down and it is Totaly numb. I have been reaurching all night and don t know what to do. How do I treat this and what if I get a horrible disease from it?
HI, thanks for using Chat Doctor You may also want to use an oral antihistamine to reduce any inflammatory response to the insect sting. In addition, using an anti-inflammatory painkiller such as ibuprofen, Catalan or naproxen would reduce any discomfort that you are experiencing. The most common effects of insect stings are allergic reactions and infections. The topical steroid and antihistamine would treat any allergic reaction. If you notice any signs or symptoms of infection the can consider a topical antibiotic. I hope this helps