Insect Bites

It is very common for children in Arkansas to have multiple insect bites during warmer months.  These bites often swell, become red, and itch.  You can put 1% hydrocortisone ointment on these bites to help stop the itching.  If there is an open area, apply triple antibiotic ointment.

Call or make an appointment online if you are concerned that the area is infected.

Tick Bites

Ticks are common in Arkansas and almost all children will get a tick bite.  Remove the tick as soon as you find it.  Most tick bites can be treated as an insect bite.  However, this area of the country has the highest risk for Rocky Mountain Spotted Fever, Ehrlichiosis, and Tularemia, all of which are spread through infected ticks.

Symptoms of Tick Disease include:

• Fever
• Headache
• Nausea or Vomiting
• Malaise and body aches
• Rash

Call or make an appointment online if you are concerned that your child has a tick disease.