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How should i treat my big itchy bug bites?
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See below: Antihistamines like Benadryl (diphenhydramine) (oral or topical creams) will hep reduce the itch as will Hydrocortisone 1% (cortaid). Also, as hard as it is, try to resist itching the areas.
Answered 6/25/2014
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