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I have a bug bite on my leg with a 2" red line going towards the inside of my leg, it hasn't grown since last night, should i go to the doctor?
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YES: sounds like an infected bite with cellulitis- get examined.
Answered 10/23/2015
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Yes: You may have possible infection. You could upload a picture.
Answered 10/23/2015
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