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I got a mosquito bite on sunday and now my arm is swollen. should i be worried?
2 doctors weighed in across 2 answers
See a doc!: Sometimes mosquito bite can become infected, and this may be what is going on in your case. See a doctor to get antibiotics if you have an infection. Where mosquito repellant on exposed skin!
Answered 2/11/2020
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Swelling: Mosquitos or any type of bug bite can cause a reaction. Typically this is an allergic reaction which causes angioedema which is what your are experiencing. A antihistamine should help. If worsening or if your develop shortness of breath or wheezing you should be seen.
Answered 2/12/2020
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