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I have mosquito bites that are swollen, warm and red and itch. i've tried oral benadryl (diphenhydramine) anf benadryl (diphenhydramine) cream but they still hurt snd itch. what else?
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Topical steroid : Try Hydrocortisone 1% two to three times a day as needed. It is anti inflammatory. It should work a little better.
Answered 4/5/2016
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