I was recently bitten by an insect (unknown) could have been a fire ant - really not sure. My concern is that the area around the bite has swollen just a bit and there is a line running up my arm. The lymph nodes in my armpit are swollen and a bit tender. It itches somewhat - not a constant. I have no other symptoms. What should I do to treat this?
HiT hank you for asking ChatDoctorI have gone through your query. If you send the picture of bitten area it will be more helpful. Is there any red circle mark? If yes then it can be a tick bite. Tick bite can cause Lyme disease. Swollen lymph node also can be specific for this. Ant bites or other insect bites can cause allergic reactions only and using calamine lotion locally will be helpful and taking out the sting if possible will be good also. In case of tick bite doxycycline prophylaxis should be taken. Better to consult a physician or dermatologist to rule out and manage the condition. Hope this may help you. Let me know if anything is not clear. Thanks.