I got bitten by an ant on my penis and it's starting to swell up. It happened about two hours ago. I'm 16 and pretty freaked out. Can you tell me what's going on? Would really appreciate your help with this.

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Dr Anshul Maheshwari

General Practitioner

MBBS
5+ Yrs

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Don't panic. Ant bites on sensitive areas can be uncomfortable, but they're usually not serious.

Symptoms

Redness

Swelling

Pain or itching

Mild burning sensation

Treatment

Wash the area with soap and water.

Apply a cold compress or ice pack to reduce swelling.

Take an antihistamine like Benadryl if itching is severe.

Dr. Anshul Suggests...

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Answered 04/07/2025

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