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We were in vietnam last week and got bitten by sand flies, very itchy. legs and back almost covered. what to do? took zyrtec, applied cortizone creams

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Dr. John Chiu answered

See doctor: If the itching is interfering with your life, you may need to use a more potent topical cortisone (Rx) or even a short course of oral cortisone. Will need to check if any secondary infection may be present.

Answered 10/11/2016

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A member asked:

We were in vietnam last week and got bitten by sand flies, very itchy. legs and back almost covered. what to do? took zyrtec, applied cortizone creams

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. John Chiu answered

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