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What causes ant bites to itch?
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ant bite: When an ant bites there is a good chance formic acid will be introduced into the wound. Most likely the formic acid, which is an irritant is causing the itching if it does not go away quickly......See a dermatologist asap.
Answered 9/29/2016
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