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Should i be concerned if the skin around my bug bite is red and looks like a bruise but it is not itchy or painful?

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Dr. Karen Butler answered

Yes: The bruising is the injury to the tissue this will resolve the surrounding redness must be watched to be sure there is no infection and does not spread. Now a bug bite wound is a set up for an infection so keep the are clean and dry and watch for any spreading If so see your doctor

Dr Rhoads and another doctor agreed

Answered 7/11/2019

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A member asked:

Should i be concerned if the skin around my bug bite is red and looks like a bruise but it is not itchy or painful?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Karen Butler answered

Dr Rhoads and another doctor agreed

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