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A member asked:
Am i allergic to mosquito bites or just sensitive, as i get 3 inch wide swelllings from single bites?
A doctor has provided 1 answer
Treat the same.: Whether you're allergic or just sensitive, for all purposes they're the same, and you would treat the same. Put some ice on initially, then use some Hydrocortisone and/or Benadryl (diphenhydramine) cream. Most important of all, don't scratch!
Answered 6/25/2014
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