What are the bumps caused by mosquito bites?
The bumps caused by mosquito bites are known as insect bite dermatitis and can be treated with antihistamines and glucocorticoid medications in consultation with a doctor.
Antihistamines: When a mosquito bites locally, it injects saliva into the skin lesion, causing local blood vessels to dilate and permeability to increase, leading to symptoms such as skin itchiness, red wheals, and flat papules. At this time, under the guidance of a doctor, oral antihistamines such as loratadine tablets, chlorpheniramine maleate tablets, and cetirizine hydrochloride tablets can be taken to reduce vascular permeability and improve symptoms.
Glucocorticoids: For insect bite dermatitis, if local itchiness symptoms are severe, glucocorticoids such as hydrocortisone butyrate cream, mometasone furoate cream, and triamcinolone acetonide and econazole nitrate cream can be applied locally under the guidance of a doctor. These medications can effectively inhibit local inflammation and improve itchiness symptoms.
In addition to the above medications for treating insect bite dermatitis, physical and home care measures can also be employed. However, it is important for individuals to consult with a doctor to choose the appropriate method based on their own condition.
