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I got bitten by something last night, it is now a little bit pussy, but i don't seem to have nah other symptoms? is this something to worry about?

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Staph Infection: A pustular sore that looks like a bite is, until proven otherwise, a staph infection and needs to be seen by your physician urgently.

Answered 12/8/2013

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A member asked:

I got bitten by something last night, it is now a little bit pussy, but i don't seem to have nah other symptoms? is this something to worry about?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Robert Killian answered

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