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I have been bitted by a n insect and the scar is growing day by day. My skin is swelling and I am not able to control the pain.
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Hello, you should apply ice pack (do not apply ice directly) on the affected area. Apply calamine lotion to relieve itchiness. If there is swelling, keep the area elevated. Any sting or insect bite gets cured within 2-3 days. For pain, an anti histamine tablet will help.
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