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Suggest Remedies For Bug Bites

I have some type of bug bite on my leg. The area is bright red, hard, warm/hot to the touch, sore and some itching. I do not have streaks going out from the affected area. What kind of salve or home remedy can I apply to help the itch and the soreness?
Mon, 16 Oct 2017
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Hi,

I understand your concern.

The bug bite site you are referring seems to be similar to Lyme rash (bull's eye skin rash). Please send a photo for confirmation.

If confirmed, antibiotics to start as per your doctor's prescription.
To relieve the itching and inflammation, you can:
- look for any tick part left inside and remove it
- wash the affected area with warm water and soap
- apply betaine and/or oxygenated water locally
- take oral anti-inflammatory med like ibuprofen or naproxen
- take oral anti-histamines
- apply cold compresses locally.

Wish fast recovery.
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Suggest Remedies For Bug Bites

Hi, I understand your concern. The bug bite site you are referring seems to be similar to Lyme rash (bull s eye skin rash). Please send a photo for confirmation. If confirmed, antibiotics to start as per your doctor s prescription. To relieve the itching and inflammation, you can: - look for any tick part left inside and remove it - wash the affected area with warm water and soap - apply betaine and/or oxygenated water locally - take oral anti-inflammatory med like ibuprofen or naproxen - take oral anti-histamines - apply cold compresses locally. Wish fast recovery.