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My bug bite on my leg/ankle has become infected. its oozing, warm to the touch and painful. i believe i need an antibiotic ?
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You may be right/not: You may be right or this may just be a wound that oozes body serum. If it is as described have it looked at & treated as needed.
Answered 1/5/2019
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