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Red, itchy, swelling, persistent for 5 weeks, bike accident - what should i do?
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It merits a careful exam for a diagnosis by an experienced physician, nurse or physician's assistant. Decisions can then be made as to whether a specialist is needed.
Answered 4/17/2021
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It sounds iike it is time to have it examined by an appropriate professional in person
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