Insect Bite

These insect bites can be scary for parents though, since even a 'normal' reaction to an insect bite, as shown in the picture above, can include redness, swelling, and warm skin.

Some tips to remember about insect bites include that:

• if your child is having an allergic reaction following an insect bite, he will likely have other symptoms in addition to the original bite
• if your child's insect bite has become infected, then the redness, swelling, pain, fever, and other any other symptoms will likely worsen a day or two after the insect bite. Any spreading redness or swelling on the first day of the bite is likely from the initial insect bite and not a sign of an infection, although you should call your pediatrician if you think your child's bite is becoming infected.