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Insect bite that led to swelling, redness and joint pain. can i use any cream on this?
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Yes: If that red, painful and swollen with joint pain you may have a soft tissue infection, cellulitis. You need to see your primary care doctor or the emergency room physician.
Answered 7/14/2018
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