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I had been to a trek and experienced a leech bite on my foot. There's a small mark similar to a mosquito bite. It's been one week but still that part itches. What should I do?
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Take an oral allergy or anti-itch medication. Take a bleach bath. Apply an anti-itch cream or calamine lotion to the affected area. Moisturize your skin at least twice a day. Avoid scratching. Apply cool, wet compresses. Take a warm bath. Choose mild soaps without dyes or perfumes.
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