Connect with others who understand.

  • Learn from expert-reviewed resources
  • Real advice from people who’ve been there
  • People who understand what you’re going through
Sign Up Log In
Powered By
Real members of MyFibroTeam have posted questions and answers that support our community guidelines, and should not be taken as medical advice. Looking for the latest medically reviewed content by doctors and experts? Visit our resource section.
A MyFibroTeam Member asked a question 💭
Glasgow, UK

When I was on holiday last week for the very first time I got a few mosquito bites I'm back 9 days now and there really itchy and no sign of disappearing is this normal ?

May 22, 2016
 · 
Reactions
A MyFibroTeam Member

Hope you had a great time on holiday and Fibro didn't cause too much interference to your enjoyment

I tend to be a magnet for Mosquitos especially my ankles..and you are prob like me n react badly to them for ages afterwards with the itching

Worse thing you can do is scratch one because it's like a chain reaction to the rest of them lol

Few tricks I have tried

Rub them with mouthwash - the alcohol in it will help

Or try toothpaste on them, a menthol rub or vinegar

It may take another few weeks for them to settle but these options are cheaper than heading to chemist

Gentle hugs xx

May 22, 2016
A MyFibroTeam Member

@A MyFibroTeam Member what I do when I get mosquito bites is to mix a little baking soda with water and dab it on the bites. This both helps to pull the poison out and stops them from itching.

May 23, 2016
A MyFibroTeam Member

@A MyFibroTeam Member what I do when I get mosquito bites is to mix a little baking soda with water and dab it on the bites. This both helps to pull the poison out and stops them from itching.

May 23, 2016
A MyFibroTeam Member

Yes. When you have fibro everything that used to be normal is no longer normal. Sore muscles never become unsore, etc. I had itching on my chest (abnormal). Of course I scratched and made a mess of it. Had to get cream from Dr. It finally went away after 2 weeks. Abnormal is my new normal.

May 22, 2016
A MyFibroTeam Member

Such great advice! @A MyFibroTeam Member 😄

May 22, 2016

Related Questions

View All
A MyFibroTeam Member asked a question 💭
Birmingham, AL

A MyFibroTeam Member asked a question 💭
Preston, ID

A MyFibroTeam Member asked a question 💭
California, CA