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I have scratched an insect bite a lot and hard and created a big bruise around it and still itcheswhat should i do?

Q: i have scratched an insect bite a lot and hard and created a big bruise around it and still itcheswhat should i do?

: Just stop scratching and let it heal. If it continues to itch, an ice pack may help ease the discomfort.

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Dr. Hunter Handsfield answered

Specializes in Infectious Disease

Just stop scratching and let it heal. If it continues to itch, an ice pack may help ease the discomfort.

Dr Kuitems and another doctor agreed

Answered 10/3/2021

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A member asked:

I have scratched an insect bite a lot and hard and created a big bruise around it and still itcheswhat should i do?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Hunter Handsfield answered

Dr Kuitems and another doctor agreed

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