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I have had bites or sores on my ankles what it causing this?
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Insects : Bites from flying insects commonly affect the lower legs.
Answered 11/1/2015
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If it is a bite: It could be mosquito or bed bugs, if a sore could be your shoes.
Answered 10/7/2012
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