A 45-year-old member asked:
bug bite on ankle. hurts, itches, swollen and bruised. about an inch from the bite is a cluster of liquid filled blisters. what could it be?
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Dr. Fred Birnbaum answered
43 years experience Podiatry
Bug bite reaction: Assuming it is definitely a bug bite, this is probably more bites or reaction to any venom injected by the insect. See your pcp if it doesn't improve quickly.
Answered on Jul 13, 2017
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Dr. Bradly Shollenberger answered
36 years experience Podiatry
Allergy: Fluid-filled blisters usually signify an allergic reaction, likely from the bug bite. This should respond to a topical steroid cream. If the area becomes red, hot and painful, have it seen by a podiatrist. It could be infected.
Answered on Jun 1, 2018
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