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Can't tell if stinger still in thigh; small white pus spot? very red, swollen, hot and painful. should i try to dig it out?

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Dr. Philip Miller answered

No- get exam: This may be a bacterial infection of an insect bite or sting. I advise examination and if need antibiotic therapy- must be examined.!

Answered 9/10/2014

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A member asked:

Can't tell if stinger still in thigh; small white pus spot? very red, swollen, hot and painful. should i try to dig it out?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Philip Miller answered

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