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I was bitten by a horsefly and the bite has swollen and turned dark red in the center. what should i do to treat it?
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Wash the bite: Wash the bite with soap and water, the red center is where the skin was broken, but there is a small risk of infection, so if it gets more swollen or develops pus see your Dr. Apply a cold pack to help with the swelling and if it is itching, an antihistamine will help with this.
Answered 6/21/2016
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