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I have 4 bites on my shin. itchy. not too painful. but on my calf, there is about a 2x2 inch red splotch. it's smooth. what did this? dangerous?
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Varies: There are a number of possibilities. In someone who has other bites visible, it could be another bite or a bite that has gotten infected. It would really take an exam to say. I would encourage you to be seen and evaluated.
Answered 4/22/2016
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