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My son has a bug bite on his outer thigh. the area around has a thin inflamed horizontal section several inches long that he says itches, not really pain. is this something i should take him to see a doctor for?

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Dr. Al Hegab answered

Specializes in Allergy and Immunology

Bug bite: If no other symptom, clean the area well, apply an antibiotic cream OTC, antihistamine if itchy. If spreading reaction or progressive symptoms, see a doctor or ER, wish you both wellness

Dr Friedlander and 2 doctors agreed

Answered 11/28/2017

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A member asked:

My son has a bug bite on his outer thigh. the area around has a thin inflamed horizontal section several inches long that he says itches, not really pain. is this something i should take him to see a doctor for?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Al Hegab answered

Dr Friedlander and 2 doctors agreed

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