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Have bed bug bites on my elbows and arms, used hydrocortisone possibly too much. now my arm has a reaction with red little bumps. could it be i used it too much? what should i use to help heal that isnt cortisone and will make it worse. please?

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Too much cortisone will thin the skin but not give you little red bumps. You may be sensitive to a preservative in that cream so avoiding it would be wise. If you leave it alone it should self heal in a week or two. A moisturizer you have used in the past without problems would be okay.

Answered 5/2/2021

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Agree with Dr. Ferguson: Have you addressed the bed bug infestation. You may need the services of an exterminator. Wish you good health!

Answered 5/2/2021

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