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I got bit by this mystery insect in my sleep which somehow managed to get on my bed. I applied Savlon to the area (thigh) and it is still aching after 2 hours. Also,if you happen to know the name of the insect pls do and it's cause of appearing in a Mumbai city bed.
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This insect is sentipet .
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Take some cetrinzine 1—0—1 for 2 days . ( ie anti inflamatory to stop itching . If it goes bad you can reach doctor . For starting medicine
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Dont rub please . Dont apply anythin at present . Be careful this insect never goes to ear .
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