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What Causes Itchy Welts On The Body After Being Bitten By Mosquitoes?

hi 3 weeks ago i was attacked by mosquitoes, i received around 20 bites. They were large welts and extremely itchy. 17 have healed and vanished but there are 3 that have healed but the scar remains red and itchy. I have never experienced this before and would love to treat this asap. Any advice would be welcome
Mon, 9 Jan 2017
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Hi,

As per your complain itchy welts on the body after being attacked by mosquitoes and if still a few are itchy and red then there is a possibility that they are infected leading to redness, inflammation and itching. I would suggest you to apply Triple antibiotic ointment over it.

You can take Benadryl to reduce itching. Keep the area clean and do cool compresses over it. See for a period of 3 to 4 days and in case if there is improvement you can continue the same. But if it does not improve or exaggerate then you should consult a Physician and get evaluated and a course of oral antibiotics can be advised along with topical medications.

Hope this helps. Let me know if I can assist you further.

Regards,
Dr. Honey Arora
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What Causes Itchy Welts On The Body After Being Bitten By Mosquitoes?

Hi, As per your complain itchy welts on the body after being attacked by mosquitoes and if still a few are itchy and red then there is a possibility that they are infected leading to redness, inflammation and itching. I would suggest you to apply Triple antibiotic ointment over it. You can take Benadryl to reduce itching. Keep the area clean and do cool compresses over it. See for a period of 3 to 4 days and in case if there is improvement you can continue the same. But if it does not improve or exaggerate then you should consult a Physician and get evaluated and a course of oral antibiotics can be advised along with topical medications. Hope this helps. Let me know if I can assist you further. Regards, Dr. Honey Arora