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I was in vietnam less than a week ago and the day before i left i got a bug bite, it now looks like ringworm. it itches and hurts. it started as a bit but then developed blister like ring around the center. ?

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Dr. Ira Friedlander answered

Specializes in Cardiac Electrophysiology

Sounds like you: are developing a serious infection at the site of the bite. Make an appointment with a health care provider as soon as possible for evaluation and antibiotics.

Answered 2/25/2018

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A member asked:

I was in vietnam less than a week ago and the day before i left i got a bug bite, it now looks like ringworm. it itches and hurts. it started as a bit but then developed blister like ring around the center. ?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Ira Friedlander answered

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