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What is the treatment for redness and itching after bug bite?

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Patient's Query

Hello doctor,

Last month I was bitten by some bed bugs. After pest control, they have been eradicated from the house. But my skin is very itchy and there are white and red spots on the full body. Can you suggest me some medicine or ointment, so the redness and itchiness fades?

Thank you.

Answered by Dr. Syed Shakeel Akthar

Education:

MBBS

Professional Bio:

Dr. Syed Shakeel Akthar is a skilled Dermatologist and Venereologist with expertise in treating skin, hair, and nail disorders, as well as sexually transmitted infections. He specializes in acne, eczema, psoriasis, pigmentation issues, and skin infections. Known for his thorough diagnosis and patient-focused care, Dr. Syed Shakeel is dedicated to providing effective, personalized treatments using the latest dermatological techniques and evidence-based practices.

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Hi,

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This type of rash is seen not because of bed bugs but maybe you are allergic to something coming in contact. It may be so many things like your clothes, bedding or plants or some food items. For now, apply Hydrocortisone cream at day time and calamine lotion at night along with D-Loratin (Desloratadine) 5 mg once daily before sleep (if pregnant or lactating, avoid tablets). I am not sure about your age and sex as this information is not available.

Probable diagnosis

Urticaria.

Treatment plan

Desloratadine 5 mg once at night, Hydrocortisone cream 1 % once in morning and Calamine lotion at night.
Medically reviewed by iCliniq medical review team
Published At March 17, 2019
Reviewed At November 21, 2024

Education:

MBBS

Professional Bio:

Dr. Syed Shakeel Akthar is a skilled Dermatologist and Venereologist with expertise in treating skin, hair, and nail disorders, as well as sexually transmitted infections. He specializes in acne, eczema, psoriasis, pigmentation issues, and skin infections. Known for his thorough diagnosis and patient-focused care, Dr. Syed Shakeel is dedicated to providing effective, personalized treatments using the latest dermatological techniques and evidence-based practices.

This doctor is not available for online consultations on the platform anymore.

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Education:

MBBS

Professional Bio:

Dr. Syed Shakeel Akthar is a skilled Dermatologist and Venereologist with expertise in treating skin, hair, and nail disorders, as well as sexually transmitted infections. He specializes in acne, eczema, psoriasis, pigmentation issues, and skin infections. Known for his thorough diagnosis and patient-focused care, Dr. Syed Shakeel is dedicated to providing effective, personalized treatments using the latest dermatological techniques and evidence-based practices.

This doctor is not available for online consultations on the platform anymore.

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