A bug bite on elbow thingy?

Question

I have this little bump like thing that looks like a bug bite and it's right on my elbow. It hurts a lot and looks like it is filled with pus. How can I get rid of it without having to pop it or something? I can't even res my elbow on a table because it hurts too much.

Answer 1

There's this OTC stuff called icthymol that smells horrible but works GREAT on bites. It's a black goo that you put on the bite and place a band-aid or other adhesive bandage over tightly. The pressure will hurt it a bit, but it shouldn't be so tight that it's constantly painful.

I had a spider bite on my neck that I used this stuff on and what it does is draw out all of the toxins and all the other bad stuff that's in there. Just remember to change the bandage at least twice and clean the itchymol off with a warm washcloth or rag (it will stain clothing!) The tube I have is seafoam green.

Hope this helps!!!