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I've Had Bed Bugs In The Past From Sleeping In

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Posted on Fri, 24 Jan 2020
Question: I've had bed bugs in the past from sleeping in work beds, this rash is itchy and same place as before. is this ringworm or bed bugs, and what do I use to treat it please?
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Answered by Dr. Dr. Kakkar (1 hour later)
Brief Answer:
Bed bug bites

Detailed Answer:
Hello and welcome to ask a doctor service. I have gone through your query and noted your concern.

I can see multiple red, spots on the images which seem like due to bed bugs only I suggest you to use a soothing lotion e.g calamine lotion to calm down the rashes. In addition I suggest you to take an oral antihistamine e.g cetirizine 10mg tablet once a day for symptomatic relief from itching.

Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if you need any more assistance.
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I've Had Bed Bugs In The Past From Sleeping In

Brief Answer: Bed bug bites Detailed Answer: Hello and welcome to ask a doctor service. I have gone through your query and noted your concern. I can see multiple red, spots on the images which seem like due to bed bugs only I suggest you to use a soothing lotion e.g calamine lotion to calm down the rashes. In addition I suggest you to take an oral antihistamine e.g cetirizine 10mg tablet once a day for symptomatic relief from itching. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if you need any more assistance.