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I was bit yesterday by something but don't know what. i have a raised bump on my arm. i don't know if it is cause for concern. it has been very itchy.

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Dr. Victor Bonuel answered

Specializes in Internal Medicine

Small bug bite can: Be managed with otc antibiotic and steroid cream but anything that's spreading, getting more red and pussy, accompanied by fever, body aches and joint pains needs to be seen by a dr. Take care!

Dr Rosenfeld agreed

Answered 6/19/2013

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A member asked:

I was bit yesterday by something but don't know what. i have a raised bump on my arm. i don't know if it is cause for concern. it has been very itchy.

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Victor Bonuel answered

Dr Rosenfeld agreed

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