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How shall i treat my large red insect bite?
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Local wound care: Local wound care usually involves washing with a gentle soap and water twice daily, applying antibiotic ointment and monitoring for signs of infection. Increased redness, swelling and pain, especially when combined with the appearance of pus indicates an infection that should be evaluated by a primary care physician.
Answered 11/28/2014
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Cortisone: Rub in a cortisone cream. Preferably a prescription strength. AVOID antibiotics such as bacitracin which are not only worthless, but are common sensitizers. Relax and give it a few days.
Answered 2/9/2017
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