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During a recent vacation--involving sleeping on hotel pillows, swimming, outdoors, etc.--i have ear flap itching with sores. what is the remedy?
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Exam needed: These inflamed areas may be allergic reactions or insect bites-possible bed bugs. Have them examined by your physician or dermatologist for diagnosis and treatment. In the meantime time, keep the areas clean and apply an antibacterial ointment like bacitracin until the examination.
Answered 9/1/2016
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