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Got bit by a mosquito on my arm it's the size of a quarter and just a little swollen has red line about 4 inches long, it's not warm should i see a dr?

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Dr. Georgia Latham answered

Specializes in Family Medicine

Perhaps: Try treating this by taking Benadryl (diphenhydramine) by mouth, applying hydrocortisone cream, and elevation of your arm above the level of the heart. If symptoms don't improve with these measures then seeing a doctor is a good idea.

Dr Willson agreed

Answered 8/19/2015

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A member asked:

Got bit by a mosquito on my arm it's the size of a quarter and just a little swollen has red line about 4 inches long, it's not warm should i see a dr?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Georgia Latham answered

Dr Willson agreed

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