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2 months ago rash with hard black center. no mrsa, cbc normal, doc said spider bite. rash gone but hard red lump still there. what else could it be?

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Dr. J. Lawrence Dohan answered

Find a better doc.: You are not describing a spider bite. Venomous spiders are found almost exclusively in the south-western USA. Even there they rarely attack humans. Where do you live? Is it itchy or painful? If it annoys you, see a dermatologist.

Answered 1/8/2017

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A member asked:

2 months ago rash with hard black center. no mrsa, cbc normal, doc said spider bite. rash gone but hard red lump still there. what else could it be?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. J. Lawrence Dohan answered

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