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There are red spot on my body. they gathered on a particular spot. it's already been a week. i even cleaned my bed in case it were bed bugs but the s?

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Dr. Vicki Levine answered

Specializes in Dermatology

Not sure: You need to give more of an explanation. Are these spots itchy or not? If they are they could be bug bites but not necessarily bed bugs. You should see a doctor preferably a dermatologist.

Dr Ibrahim agreed

Answered 1/4/2014

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