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What do you use to calm and help soothe mosquito and other insect bites and stings?
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Baking soda: Mix one part baking soda with one part water and applice as a poultice.
Answered 5/22/2013
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Bites : Ice and Hydrocortisone cream will help reduce redness and swelling associated with mild insect bites and stings. If the condition worsens see a dermatologist for treatment.
Answered 9/29/2016
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