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How Can An Insect Bite On The Legs Be Treated?
I have been bitten by something in the last 3 days, and now have deep red, irregularly shaped discoloration on the front of both legs and smaller red spots on the back of each calf. I am concerned because what started out as something feeling itchy has so rapidly grown. I want to rule out the possibility of it being a brown recluse spider bite.
Sat, 14 Jul 2018
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You may treat itching at the site of the bite with an over-the-counter antihistamine such as Benadryl in cream or pill form.
Calamine lotion also helps relieve the itching.
You can also use ice packs for relief.
Hope I have answered your query.
Let me know if I can assist you further.
I have reviewed your query and here is my advice.
You may treat itching at the site of the bite with an over-the-counter antihistamine such as Benadryl in cream or pill form.
Calamine lotion also helps relieve the itching.
You can also use ice packs for relief.
Hope I have answered your query.
Let me know if I can assist you further.
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