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I've been getting bite alot from mosquitos and this time it has swollen up and red between 5 to 6 cm. nothing helping it to go down. should i see a dr?
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Maybe: If it is an intense local allergic reaction it can last for 5-7 days. It is also possible that the area has become infected. If that has happened you will have increasing tenderness rather than itching in the reddened area. You would need to see a doctor for that.
Answered 9/5/2015
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