A member asked:

What can remove scars made by chiggers?

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Don't scratch: Chigger bites dont scar scratching itchy chigger bites can scar prevent by treating with Benadryl (diphenhydramine) cream, covering dressing and willpower to not scratch if open a little vaseline and a band aid should keep it moist enough to heal well and minimize the scarring.

Answered 6/24/2014

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Dr. Heidi Fowler answered

Specializes in Psychiatry

Agree w Dr. Harden.: Get chiggers off skin asap by rubbing w a cloth or showering in warm water w soap. You can apply Hydrocortisone cream or take oral antihistamines for itching. Scratching can lead to scarring. There are products you can buy specifically to treat chiggers. Chigger bites usually resolve in 1 to 2 weeks w/o treatment. If you now are left with scars - would consult with a dermatologist.

Answered 6/25/2014

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