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What kind of insect bite leaves a black dot in the middle?

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? spider bite: A spider bite can, but there are many variables see your doctor.

Dr Bouvier and another doctor agreed

Answered 5/6/2019

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Dr. Joseph Bouvier answered

Specializes in Pediatrics

See below: A necrotic spider bite like that of the recluse family (loxoceles) or hobo family (tegenaria) can leave this type of mark which may grow in size but other insects can leave black marks in the central puncture/ wound site like wasp or hornet stings, ant bites, etc. Have it seen for evaluation.

Answered 7/26/2019

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