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Singer Dermatology

Singer Dermatology

Southfield, MI

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    • Robert Singer, MD
    • Daneen Locke, PA-C
    • Amanda Young, PA-C
    • Dana Vered, N.P.
    • Amber Roberts, P.A.-C
    • Marianne Harbut, P.A.-C
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Insect Bites and Stings

Unless a person is allergic to the venom of a particular bug or insect, most Insect Bites and Stings are harmless. For those who are allergic, however, the reaction to a bit or sting may be very dangerous and may warrant emergency medical care.

In the United States, it’s common to experience a bite or sting from the following types of bugs:

  • Mosquitoes
  • Bees, wasps and hornets
  • Spiders
  • Bedbugs
  • Biting flies
  • Ticks
  • Fire ants
  • Fleas
  • Bedbugs
  • Biting flies
  • Mites

Topical ointments to reduce inflammation and itching are often used at home, as well as antihistamine medications. However, in the case of an allergic reaction or  multiple bites or stings, a visit to the dermatologist may be helpful in decreasing the discomfort.

Because allergic reactions from insect bites or stings may be very dangerous, seek emergency medical care immediately if you experience any of the following symptoms after a bug bite or sting:

  • Difficulty breathing
  • Dizziness
  • Vomiting
  • Closing up of the throat
  • Swelling on the face, lips, mouth or throat
  • Chest pain
  • A racing heartbeat that lasts more than a few minutes
  • A headache
  • A red, round rash that has a white center, often described as doughnut-shaped — especially if you know you have been bitten by a tick: This could be a sign of Lyme disease, which needs immediate treatment. 
  • A red or black, spotty rash that spreads and is accompanied by a fever: This may be a sign of Rocky Mountain spotted fever, a bacterial infection carried by ticks that should be treated immediately.

Most bug bites and stings do not cause harm and are merely an irritation or temporary nuisance.  However, if you feel very tired, have a headache, fever or body aches, or you develop a rash after a bug bite, contact our office or seek emergency medical care immediately.

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Our Providers

  • Robert Singer, MD
  • Daneen Locke, PA-C
  • Amanda Young, PA-C
  • Dana Vered, N.P.
  • Amber Roberts, P.A.-C
  • Marianne Harbut, P.A.-C

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Singer Dermatology
29355 Northwestern Highway
Suite 302 B
Southfield, MI 48034
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Phone: 248-228-2990
Fax: 248-281-1764

After hours EMERGENCY: 248-760-3510

 

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Hours of Operation

Monday:
7:00 am – 5:30 pm
Tuesday:
7:00 am – 5:30 pm
Wednesday:
7:00 am – 5:30 pm
Thursday:
8:00 am – 4:30 pm
Friday:
8:00 am – 12:00 pm
Saturday:
Closed
Sunday:
Closed

 

 

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Mon-Thurs 8:00 am – 5:00 pm
Fri 8:00 am – 1:30 pm

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