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Hello,problem Of Itching On A Part Of Thigh Is Troubling,may
Question: hello,problem of itching on a part of thigh is troubling,may be due to some insect bite,not sure.The picture of effected area is attched .Kindly advice.
Brief Answer:
Insect bite
Detailed Answer:
Hello and welcome to ask a doctor service. I have gone through your query and viewed the image.
Yes it does seem like an insect bite. I suggest you to take an oral antihistamine e.g Cetrizine 10mg once daily for symptomatic relief for 3-5 days. In addition I suggest you to apply a moderately potent topical steroid cream e.g either triamcinolone acetonide 0.1% cream or mometasone furoate 0.1% cream, twice daily for a few days.
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Insect bite
Detailed Answer:
Hello and welcome to ask a doctor service. I have gone through your query and viewed the image.
Yes it does seem like an insect bite. I suggest you to take an oral antihistamine e.g Cetrizine 10mg once daily for symptomatic relief for 3-5 days. In addition I suggest you to apply a moderately potent topical steroid cream e.g either triamcinolone acetonide 0.1% cream or mometasone furoate 0.1% cream, twice daily for a few days.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if you need any more assistance
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