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How Can An Allergic Insect Bite On The Upper Arm Be Treated?

Cutting grass and stinging bite of upper arm near armpit. Swelling beginning but not major. Know it s not a misquito but can t identify the stinging that s lasting for 30 minutes now. Came inside, showered and treated 4 bite areas with alcohol. Your comments?
Wed, 28 Sep 2016
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Hi
Welcome.
Wash it with cool water and with mild soap like dermadew.
Apply Calamine lotion with alovera.
Oral antihistamine to address itching.
See local doctor if it doesn't help.
Take care
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How Can An Allergic Insect Bite On The Upper Arm Be Treated?

Hi Welcome. Wash it with cool water and with mild soap like dermadew. Apply Calamine lotion with alovera. Oral antihistamine to address itching. See local doctor if it doesn t help. Take care