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My dad has what i'm guessing is a bug bite. it has black splinter-like things sticking out (maybe hairs?) and a seed-like center, skin is blackish.

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Dr. Justin Greiwe answered

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See a doctor: Your description doesn't sound like a typical bug bite. Would suggest getting the skin lesion looked at by his primary doctor or dermatologist.

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Dr. Julan Crane answered

Insect bite: Does not sound like your usual insect bite, take him to a doctor.

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Not a bug bite.: What you are describing does not sound like a bug bite, which is more likely to be red and may have a central puncture site that could be slightly crusted. Please get this checked out by your doctor or dermatologist.

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A member asked:

My dad has what i'm guessing is a bug bite. it has black splinter-like things sticking out (maybe hairs?) and a seed-like center, skin is blackish.

5 doctors weighed in across 3 answers

Dr. Justin Greiwe answered

Dr. Julan Crane answered

Dr Seibert and another doctor agreed

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