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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 may be helpful.

Outlook (Prognosis)

This condition heals itself without treatment.

Possible Complications

Secondary infection may follow intense scratching as a complication.

When to Contact a Medical Professional

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.


Chigger bite - close-up of blisters

Review Date: 12/19/2007
Reviewed By: A.D.A.M. Editorial Team: David Zieve, MD, MHA, Greg Juhn, M.T.P.W., David R. Eltz, Kelli A. Stacy, ELS. Previously 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 (10/17/2006).

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