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I found a red spot on my son's back two days ago. next day he had a two inch diameter welt with darker red center. he was trying to scratch and said?

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This could have: been a tick bite with the characteristic rash for lyme disease. He needs tosee a Dr. and get checked.

Answered 6/3/2016

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