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I got bit on my leg 4 days ago and after taking anti bit tablets and cream it has gone purple with a red penetration dot in the middle?
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Bug bite needs eval: Insect bites generally cause local reactions of swelling, itching, redness. Because we scratch, we can introduce skin bacteria and set up infection. Some bites, like spider, can contain poisons that kill tissue, and this can lead to serious problems. Return to your doc to make certain you are not at further risk
Answered 7/23/2014
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Bite: I would definitely let a physician have a look at it as you may be developing an infection
Answered 7/23/2014
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