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Woke up this morning with bites? all over back of thighs, knees, elbows, & my lower lip is swollen. red welts, some half dollar size. any idea?

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Dr. Barry Resnik answered

Bites: Fleas and mosquitoes are your most likely culprits. Some people can get really big welts. And depending on where you live, bed bugs might be in the mix.

Dr Ali agreed

Answered 8/23/2013

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A member asked:

Woke up this morning with bites? all over back of thighs, knees, elbows, & my lower lip is swollen. red welts, some half dollar size. any idea?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Barry Resnik answered

Dr Ali agreed

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