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I have what i think is a big zit on my inner thigh, but i am stressed out about it being a bed bug bite. it doesn't itch, but it's swollen and red.

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Spider?: I think it is more likely a spider bite given the single lesion. Sometimes it gets very infection requiring antibiotic Rx. You will likely find multiple bites with bed bugs.

Answered 3/19/2016

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A member asked:

I have what i think is a big zit on my inner thigh, but i am stressed out about it being a bed bug bite. it doesn't itch, but it's swollen and red.

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. John Chiu answered

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