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How Can A Mosquito Bite On The Body Be Treated?

My Boyfriend junior was bitten by a mosquito in his home in Jamaica while he was sleep he says the heat was so bad he slept in underwear so he believes he was bitten in his sleep,he is a 18 soon to be 19 year old male and I m not sure if they have benadryl in Jamaica..any suggestions?
Wed, 4 Oct 2017
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Hi Dear,

Welcome to HCM.

Understanding your concern. As per your query you have mosquito bites on the body. Introduction of allergen to skin due to bite cause release of some chemical which make the skin to as well. Apply cold compresses to reduce itchiness and redness . I would suggest you to take anti allergics like Benadryl or Levocetrizine to reduce itching and rashes. You can apply Caladryl lotion to reduce itching and soothe the skin. Maintain proper personal hygiene, drink plnety of fluids and avoid application of any hard cosmetics. Consult dermatologist for proper diagnosis . Doctor may prescribe steroid therapy. Until then continue taking antihistamine drug .

Hope your concern has been resolved.

Get Well Soon.

Best Wishes,
Dr. Harry Maheshwari
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How Can A Mosquito Bite On The Body Be Treated?

Hi Dear, Welcome to HCM. Understanding your concern. As per your query you have mosquito bites on the body. Introduction of allergen to skin due to bite cause release of some chemical which make the skin to as well. Apply cold compresses to reduce itchiness and redness . I would suggest you to take anti allergics like Benadryl or Levocetrizine to reduce itching and rashes. You can apply Caladryl lotion to reduce itching and soothe the skin. Maintain proper personal hygiene, drink plnety of fluids and avoid application of any hard cosmetics. Consult dermatologist for proper diagnosis . Doctor may prescribe steroid therapy. Until then continue taking antihistamine drug . Hope your concern has been resolved. Get Well Soon. Best Wishes, Dr. Harry Maheshwari