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Good evening doctor, a few days ago i noticed a red bump on my right forearm approximately 3 inches from my hand on the outide of my right arm. in the past 72 hours i have dveloped an increase in temperature around the wound, sensitivity around the wound,
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Infection: You may have an abscess or cellulitis- requires immediate medical evaluation and the increase in temperature suggests infection.
Answered 9/25/2019
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