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Bed bug bite marks on my face how to treat them?

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Dr. Otto Placik answered

Many options: Consider Hydrocortisone cream if not infected or salicylic acid. Keep out of sun and avoid tobacco use.

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Dr. Heidi Fowler answered

Specializes in Psychiatry

Bed Bug bites.: You can take antihistamines if you feel itchy. Topical steroid creams can be used on lesions. For a severe allergic reaction to bites – please seek medical evaluation and treatment.

Dr Wright agreed

Answered 8/25/2013

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Bed bug bite marks on my face how to treat them?

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