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My son had a mosquito bite on his arm many months ago and it now seems a little bigger pore than usual ie looked like an accumulation of oil within. it has now become red,a pimple and inflamed. what can i do to relieve it?
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Pustule: It's a small abscess. Apply warm soaks several times a day, Pat dry and apply an antibacterial ointment daily. If increased swelling or spreading redness occur bring him to a physician for evaluation and treatment.
Answered 5/20/2019
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