Question 1

how do i get rid of scars from mosquito bites?

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Don't scratch : In general, a mosquito bite reaction is a red itchy bump that does not scar. Pigmentation may increase as a reactive process. This pigment can remain for several months and will resolve without treatment. However, severe scratching can make scars. Topical antipruritic creams help, but self control is key.

Question 2

how do you get rid of scars left over  from mosquito bites?

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See specialist: Scars can be improved. Never completely removed. You would need to see a specialist such as a board certified plastic surgeon.

Question 3

what do i do to get rid of mosquito bite scars?

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Cortisone: Ask hour doctor to prescribe a topical mid potency cortisone cream to apply over the area. If the bump has been present for months, injecting some kenalog (triamcinolone) ( a potent cortisone) into the lesion may get rid of it altogether.

Question 4

what are ways to get rid of mosquito bite scars?

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Time: Time is probably your best bet as long as here is no foreign body. Early topical steroids or salicylic acid may help following by late bleaching or peels. Laser or ipl may occasionally be useful.

Question 5

what to do if i have scars on my legs from mosquito bites. how do i get rid of it?

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Difficult Problem: For new scars, avoidance of daylight exposure is essential, so you should keep the areas covered and use sunscreen.  Laser treatments (fractionated co2 and others) can be very effective at improving the appearance of these types of scars. Topical silicone gel (solid sheets or liquid ointment) used at least 8 hours per day for thre months can make a big difference, also.

Question 6

how do i get rid of deep dark scars caused by mosquito bites etc any natural remedies for scars?  or medical advice on what i can do to help? ??thanks

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Scars &amp; VitaminE: Life holds no guarantees as we know, but vitamin e oil placed directly on the scar regularly can help to fade or remove the scar.  You can get a bottle of it in the drug store.  It's inexpensive and worth a try; just be patient.

Question 7

how to get rid of dark scars on legs and arms caused by scratching mosquito bites?

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Stop Scratching !: Dr. L.Ciraldo recommends several different approaches: Cortisone cream, OTC fade cream, or cocoa butter can be applied to darkened lesions to help fade scars.

Question 8

how to get rid of scars that is cause by mosquitoes bites?

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: Mosquito bites do not generally cause scars unless they get infected. Would suggest having your pediatrician or general practitioner assess your skin lesions in order to determine possible causes and proper treatment.

Question 9

how do i get rid of mosquito bites i am 18?

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Mosquito Bites: Topical steroid creams of various strengths can also be very useful. Occasionally reactions to mosquito bites can be severe enough to warrant systemic steroids. Vanos is a good prescription topical cortisone and your dermatologist should have a coupon for a free tube. For severe bites your doctor can inject cortisone into the bites which is very effective.

Question 10

how to get rid of a mosquito bite the fastest way?

Accepted Answer

Apply some ice first: Then try some topical Hydrocortisone and/or Benadryl (diphenhydramine) cream.  Most of all, try not to scratch!

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