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My spider bite on my thigh was light red for 2days. now it's red and purple and the only thing i did was put vic rub. could this make the bite worse?
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Bug bite: Any bite that is turning colors may be of concern. I would seek medical attention. I also would not continue to put any ointment on it until you see your doctor.
Answered 6/18/2021
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Probably not: this is probably progression of the bite itself. though I wldn't use it again.
Answered 10/25/2016
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