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I get lots of bug bites. i have goosebumps all over, mostly on my arms and thighs. i breakout. my skin is dry too. is this strange?

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Dr. Nayana Trivedi answered

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Use Insect repelant: In summer you will have a bug bite in certain ares of US. Deet is a good insect replant. OTC antibiotic like neosporin may help with Infection you have, or Bendryl lotion can help with itching. Dry skin is a separate condition. And you can use Moisturizing cream!

Answered 7/11/2017

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Dr. Warren Wolfe answered

Not strange: Dry skin is one problem and the "goosebumps" show that you have an allergy problem to an insect that came in contact with you. I would suggest that you have your family physician refer you to a dermatologist and/or an allergist before you run into more significant problems. .

Answered 7/11/2017

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A member asked:

I get lots of bug bites. i have goosebumps all over, mostly on my arms and thighs. i breakout. my skin is dry too. is this strange?

2 doctors weighed in across 2 answers

Dr. Nayana Trivedi answered

Dr. Warren Wolfe answered

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