A member asked:

A few days ago i woke up with a couple bites on my leg and elbow.they are very itchy and got swollen now they're purple and hard?

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Insect bite?: Use over the counter antihistaminics such as Benadryl (diphenhydramine) according to the instruction on the medication container. Plus topical over the counter Hydrocortisone. If it does not get any better in a couple days see your doctor.

Answered 2/11/2017

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