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August 8, 2017
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A MyFibroTeam Member

My mosquito bites, or any kind of bug bite swells up to the size of a half dollar and itches terribly for well over a week. I know this sounds awful, but the only relief I get is to put very hot water over the bite. That calms it for about 6 or so hours. The redness doesn't disappear for months. My skin doesn't look very nice.

August 8, 2017
A MyFibroTeam Member

Vinegar soothes bites disenfects and same ph as skin. Coconut oil the best. For legs and arms it kills bacteria

August 9, 2017
A MyFibroTeam Member

Yes, very sensitive to bug bites. Burning and itching sensation. And if it's a bee or deer fly swelling. I take Benadryl for the sat two and for the hitching rub the bite with vinegar. It stops the hitch. My arm and legs are full of scars from bug bites. I live on the water with lots of bush around so unfortunately exposed to bugs all summer long.

August 8, 2017
A MyFibroTeam Member

Next time I'll try the vinegar out. I never thought of that before. Thanks.

August 9, 2017
A MyFibroTeam Member

yes, any injury you may have the pain will be significantly worse than the injury itself. My rheumatologist told me the injury is not real but the pain is.

August 8, 2017

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