Ask a doctor: ‘How can I prevent scarring from bug bites and poison ivy?’
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To help reduce the likelihood of scarring due to scratching from bug bites or poison ivy, three medical doctors offered their best advice on conquering itching and keeping the skin healthy.
Also, exposure to skin-irritating plants — most notably, poison ivy — increases during the summer months. If over-the-counter creams and gels don’t stop the itching, there are other, stronger medicines to try. Erica Lamberg is a contributing writer for Fox News Digital.
As bug bites and conditions like poison ivy become more common, the resulting itching and scratching can wreak havoc on the skin.
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