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What can i do to get rid of bed bug bites on my skin?
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Treat like any bites: Bed bug bites are no different from bites from other insects like ants or mosquitos. Anti-itching cream, cortisone cream, antihistamins(oral medicines) all help.
Answered 12/8/2014
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Treat bed bugs first: Eradicate bed bugs first. The bites will resolve but can be treated with topical steroids.
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