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Insect bite
An insect has bitten me below my neck its a little itchy and and has turned red. I have applied calosoft lotion but its not helping much.what shall i use.
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Don't worry...you are suffering from insect bite causing allergy.. Medicine available for good control... Treatment depends on the severity..Do direct online consultation for detailed prescription by sending photos.
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Calosoft lotion - keep it in a fridge and apply 2-3 times a day. Share pic of the lesion if it’s still not improved.
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If lesion is still not better then go for online consultation
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- Cold fomentation
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Dr. Vaishali Kanthi
Dermatologist
24 yrs exp
Mumbai
Take an antihistamine like cetirizine or allegra.
Continue calasoft.
If still doesnt help, please consult online.
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