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I found a singular pinpoint mark on my hand, how likely is it to be a bat bite? have not been in any places where bats are prevalent, such as caves. have not noticed any signs of bats in my house?

Q: i found a singular pinpoint mark on my hand, how likely is it to be a bat bite? have not been in any places where bats are prevalent, such as caves. have not noticed any signs of bats in my house?

: Very less likely you had a bat bite with that mark and a benign surrounding environment. Take care.

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Very less likely you had a bat bite with that mark and a benign surrounding environment. Take care.

Answered 9/17/2023

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A member asked:

I found a singular pinpoint mark on my hand, how likely is it to be a bat bite? have not been in any places where bats are prevalent, such as caves. have not noticed any signs of bats in my house?

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