What should I do to relieve my 9-year-old daughter's ongoing skin itching and redness from a caterpillar sting, even after I have washed the area with Dettol, applied Lactocalamine, and given her a Disprin?
To help your daughter, first check for any tiny caterpillar hairs and gently lift them off using sticky tape. Continue using Lactocalamine or a cool compress to soothe the skin. Most importantly, please stop giving her Disprin (aspirin), as aspirin is not safe for children under 16 due to the risk of Reye's syndrome. Instead, use generic paracetamol for pain and consult a pediatrician for a suitable generic antihistamine to relieve the itching. If she develops any breathing difficulties or widespread swelling, seek emergency medical care immediately.
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What should I do to relieve my 9-year-old daughter's ongoing skin itching and redness from a caterpillar sting, even after I have washed the area with Dettol, applied Lactocalamine, and given her a Disprin?