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Recently every time i get a mosquito bite it swells and bruises larger than a quarter and lasts for more than a week. have i become allergic?

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Dr. John Chiu answered

Yes: But this can usually be handle by topical steroid and antihistamine and does not require allergy shots. Allergy to mosquito venom is common but fatality is probably non-existent.

Dr Munshower and 2 doctors agreed

Answered 7/23/2018

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A member asked:

Recently every time i get a mosquito bite it swells and bruises larger than a quarter and lasts for more than a week. have i become allergic?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. John Chiu answered

Dr Munshower and 2 doctors agreed

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