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Chigger bite - close-up of blisters
 
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Chiggers

Alternative names:

harvest mite; red mite

Treatment:

The objective of treatment is to relieve the itching. Antihistamines and corticosteroid creams or lotions (see corticosteroids - topical - low potency) may be helpful.

Expectations (prognosis):

This condition heals itself without treatment.

Complications:

Calling your health care provider:

Apply home treatment and call your health care provider if there are signs of complications.

Call for an appointment with your health care provider if rash is itching intensely, or if symptoms worsen or do not improve with treatment.


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