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Insect bite LC and steroid for swelling
My doctor given me Levocetrazine (night), Lindane Lotion (Night), Betamil GM (twice a day) and oral Betamethasone(2 per day per week and then 1 per day per week) as i has itchy marks bitten by insects(chach in himachal apple orchards near Jibhi) and after a week my feet swell. Is it okay to take steroid or shall i start with other without oral steroid? Also is it okay do cold compress of right leg which has swelling? Any other home remedies?
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Ok... however treatment depends on the diagnosis and severity.... for accurate diagnosis and treatment do direct online consultation with photos
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Kindly consult online for detailed history and treatment
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No need to worry.specific treatment is available.it depends on severity of the disease . Complete medical history is required..
Pls do online consultation with Dermatologist for detailed prescription & guidance.
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Dr. Sonia Tekchandani
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Clear evaluation can be done only after looking at the condition and taking detailed history kindly consult us online by sending some pictures
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Dr. Ayesha Khan
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Consult with photos to see severity
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