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What can i take for flea bites all over (mostly) ankle areas?
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Flea bites: An oral antihistimine (ex. Benadryl, (diphenhydramine) zyrtec, Claritin or allegra) can be ingested. Topical anti-itch/inflammation creams, ointments, lotions (hydrocortisone, calamine, benadryl) can also be applied. Cool compresses and menthol topical preparations can sooth the area and decrease the itchy feeling.
Answered 6/24/2014
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