The evaluation of an insect bite or sting begins with a history and physical exam.

Physical findings in someone with an insect bite or sting may include:

• Blisters around the bite or sting
• Redness around the bite or sting
• Swelling around the bite or sting
• Tenderness around the bite or sting
• Warmth around the bite or sting
• Ulcers around the bite or sting

Physical findings of an allergic reaction from an insect bite or sting may include:

• Difficulty breathing
• Rash in children
• Rash in adults
• Localized swelling
• Rapid breathing rate
• Rapid pulse
• Wheezing

Tests that may be used to evaluate an insect bite or sting include:

• Blood tests
• Allergy testing

For more information:

• Allergic reactions evaluation
• Ant bites evaluation
• Bee stings evaluation
• Chiggers evaluation
• Lice evaluation
• Scabies evaluation
• Scorpion bites evaluation
• Spider bites evaluation
• Tarantula bites evaluation