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How Can A Mosquito Bite Be Treated?
Hello! I have gotten a mosquito bite 2 days ago. Today it is turning colour, red to white then red then white and so on, changing every 2 seconds. I have tried feeling my heartbeat and observing the bite, but they do not go at the same time. I ll like to know if this is harmful
Fri, 9 Feb 2018
Hello! Welcome to HealthcareMagic!
I understand your concern. Some advice that I can give you are:
1) Don’t scratch.
2) Wash the area with soap and water.
3) Put an ice pack on the bite.
4) Take an over-the-counter antihistamine.
5) Apply calamine lotion or anti-itch cream.
Hope my answer was helpful. If you have any other question Ill be glad to help.
Thank you for the query.
Take care
Regards,
Dr. Dorina Gurabardhi, General & Family Physician
I understand your concern. Some advice that I can give you are:
1) Don’t scratch.
2) Wash the area with soap and water.
3) Put an ice pack on the bite.
4) Take an over-the-counter antihistamine.
5) Apply calamine lotion or anti-itch cream.
Hope my answer was helpful. If you have any other question Ill be glad to help.
Thank you for the query.
Take care
Regards,
Dr. Dorina Gurabardhi, General & Family Physician
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