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Bump from mosquito bite is still there after a year. is this some sort of scr?

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Dr. Heidi Fowler answered

Specializes in Psychiatry

Scratching can lead: to scarring in some people. (It is possible to have a scar from allergic response as well).

Dr Hodge agreed

Answered 10/18/2014

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