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Allergists or dermatologists. which ones can better treat some bad ant bites?
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Depends : If the reaction is a drop in blood pressure, hives and wheezing with fire ant bites, an allergist can desensitize the individual to decrease the likely hood of a repeat severe allergic reaction. With a local reactions only either can treat the reaction.
Answered 10/3/2016
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