Brake stitch T14.0

Author: Prof. Dr. med. Peter Altmeyer

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Last updated on: 29.10.2020

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Definition
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Sting of horseflies (Tabanidae, Tabanids) with usually harmless, urticarial swelling of the sting. Sometimes prolonged edematous swelling and lymphangitis acuta.

External therapy
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Lotio alba possibly with addition of 2-4% polidocanol R200, menthol solution 1%, possibly glucocorticoids, topical as tincture or cream e.g. 0.1% hydrocortisone-17-butyrate cream (Laticort). Additionally, the application of moist saline compresses is possible. Alternatively try external antihistamines such as dimetinden (e.g. Fenistil Gel).

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Last updated on: 29.10.2020