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I've got nearly 70 bug bites on my legs. i think they're mostly mosquitos. anything i should be concerned about with such a large amount of bites?
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No: Consider using an insect repellent in the future.
Answered 8/22/2014
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No but: you should expect some intense itching. Try cortisone cream on the lesions and avoid scratching so that you won't end up getting the bites infected. Antihistamine may help but you may need to take it up to 4 times a day. Rarely people can get anaphylaxis from mosquito bite but since you did not have the symptoms, it will be just discomfort.
Answered 8/22/2014
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No: Avoid scratching. Use hydrocortisone cream for itch. See a doctor with any fever, chills, open sores, or if they do not heal. Use deep woods Off or equivalent when you go outside. I feel your pain ( and itch)!!!
Answered 8/22/2014
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