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I was bit by a bug yesterday at a park, and by today's evening its spread, swollen, and bruised. my muscles also ache. ?

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Dr. Katharine Cox answered

Specializes in Pediatric Emergency Medicine

Bite: As long as it wasn't a tick, I would use ice and Benadryl (diphenhydramine) for 1-2 days to see if you are feeling better. It it was a tick which would remain attached or is still a problem I 2-3 days or if you are sick in other ways, be seen. All the best.

Dr Amico Jr agreed

Answered 8/11/2015

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