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If i have red lines coming from my bug bite what's that mean?

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Lymphangitis: Streaking indicates infection may have spread beyond the tissue initially affected. This can be serious, and medical evaluation is warranted!

Dr Fowler and 3 doctors agreed

Answered 11/27/2017

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