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A member asked:

I have a bite on my right forearm, it has swollen some, is super itchy and is hard and warm to the touch. kind of a pinkish discoloration. any idea??

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Dr. Steve Choi answered

Specializes in Family Medicine

See a doctor: Your rash may be infected. Insect bites can cause skin irritation with redness and itching and/or cause an infection. If the redness streaking, or swelling or pain increasing, see your doctor right away.

Dr Juchau agreed

Answered 5/11/2019

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