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Chigger bite - close-up of blisters

Harvest mite; Red mite

The objective of treatment is to relieve the itching. Antihistamines and corticosteroid creams or lotions may be helpful.

This condition heals itself without treatment.

Secondary infection may follow intense scratching as a complication.

Call for an appointment with your health care provider if the rash itches very, very badly, or if symptoms get worse or do not improve with treatment.

Review Date: 10/17/2006
Reviewed By: Benjamin W. Van Voorhees, MD, MPH, Assistant Professor of Medicine and Pediatrics, The University of Chicago, Chicago, IL. Review provided by VeriMed Healthcare Network.