Ditch the itch – what’s the best way to soothe mosquito bites?

Ditch the itch – what’s the best way to soothe mosquito bites?

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If you experience ugly, itchy red welts after being bitten by a mosquito, you’ve probably tried everything to soothe your skin and stop the itch. Home remedies such as avocado and ice, or over-the-counter treatments, can provide temporary relief, but before we get into the desperate, wacky and more helpful measures for reducing itching (pruritus), it helps to understand what’s causing it.

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Published by The Guardian Lifestyle.

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