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Insect bites under loose clothing, what can i do to prevent?

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Dr. Maya Haasz answered

Specializes in Pediatrics

Bug spray: Use bug spray, and avoid being out at dusk when mosquitos are at their busiest. Citronella candles and mosquito coils can also be useful if you are staying in one location.

Dr Parvez agreed

Answered 6/29/2014

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