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What is the medicine for mosquito bites that become dark spot on the skin?

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Dr. Heidi Fowler answered

Specializes in Psychiatry

Mosquito bites: An over-the-counter 1% Hydrocortisone cream can help relieve itching.

Dr Altman agreed

Answered 6/25/2014

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