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2y ago,i was swimming in tunisia,i felt a bit on my back, when i checked it was a tiny unidentifiable transparent insect the following day a bump appeared on the spot,it had no color.now after 2y it's greenish but doesn't hurt.can it be serious?

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Dr. Romanth Waghmarae answered

Specializes in Pain Management

Bites: This sounds like beach sand flies or mites. They are seen on many beaches in the world. Its been 2 years since the bite so its unlikely to be anything serious. If you do not like to see it then it can easily be excised.

Dr Rhoads agreed

Answered 12/25/2020

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A member asked:

2y ago,i was swimming in tunisia,i felt a bit on my back, when i checked it was a tiny unidentifiable transparent insect the following day a bump appeared on the spot,it had no color.now after 2y it's greenish but doesn't hurt.can it be serious?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Romanth Waghmarae answered

Dr Rhoads agreed

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