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How do i treat mosquito bites on my 16 month old? it doesnt seem to be itching him but it's very red & swollen. it's all over his legs.
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Paste of baking soda: Mosquito bites get red from the anticoagulant injected by the mosquito. if they itch a paste of baking soda is an effective method to relieve the itching
Answered 1/8/2018
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Local ointment: The bites will heal if they don't get infected. You can put an antibacterial ointment or cream of the bites to prevent infection, wash the skin and moisturize it normally. The bites may not itch during the day, but may itch at night. If he gets restless at night, it may be from itching, in which case, you can give him Benadryl (diphenhydramine) syrup (calculate the dose at 12.5 mg (5 ml) for every 22 lbs of weight.
Answered 8/2/2014
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