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Is this a bruise or lyme disease. got bit by bugs sunday and this one bite looks odd. it is not warm or painful or itchy and is one inch in size. no other symptoms. https://i.postimg.cc/zfbw90dd/img-8490.jpg?

Q: is this a bruise or lyme disease. got bit by bugs sunday and this one bite looks odd. it is not warm or painful or itchy and is one inch in size. no other symptoms. https://i.postimg.cc/zfbw90dd/img-8490.jpg?

: The lighter area in the middle which makes this look like a target, could indicate Lyme disease. You should be seen by a Dr in person ASAP for an evalution and possible antibiotic treatment.

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The lighter area in the middle which makes this look like a target, could indicate Lyme disease. You should be seen by a Dr in person ASAP for an evalution and possible antibiotic treatment.

Answered 6/16/2023

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A member asked:

Is this a bruise or lyme disease. got bit by bugs sunday and this one bite looks odd. it is not warm or painful or itchy and is one inch in size. no other symptoms. https://i.postimg.cc/zfbw90dd/img-8490.jpg?

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Dr. Yvette Kratzberg answered

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