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I got a bug bite two days ago on my foot and now two toes are swollen and red and itch and sting, what should i do? i tried itch cream already..

3 doctors weighed in across 2 answers

See a doctor: Sounds like you have an infection and need to be put on oral antibiotics.

Dr Duggan agreed

Answered 9/22/2015

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Bite: Bites can lead to infections, play it safe see your podiatrist. If it red and swollen with pain sounds like a possible infection or reaction.

Dr Kass agreed

Answered 7/5/2018

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