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I have little bumps on the side of my torso near my armpit. are these bed bug bites?
2 doctors weighed in across 2 answers
Bumps in the armpit: It's hard to say. A photo or a live evaluation by a doctor is the best route. If they don't itch, they could be moles, an infection such as molluscum, skin tags, sebaceous glands that are plugged, etc. If they are itchy, they could be scabies, an allergic reaction, etc. There are specific characteristics about bed bug bites that you haven't described. See your doctor if they continue.
Answered 2/8/2014
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Doubtful if only: location. Bed bug bites may have no sx's/signs except for 2 small skin puncture points. A reaction may show from an hr to several days later. It can cause itchy, pink, swollen, lesions w clear center. If hypersensitive blisters may occur. Telltale sign is linear track of lesions from sequential feedings – doesn't always occur. Bites are in areas exposed while sleeping-arms, shoulders,neck & legs.
Answered 8/14/2014
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