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Went to florida now have a huge lump on arm really sore could it be a insect bite?

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Dr. Pierrette Mimi Poinsett answered

Could be: It could be an insect bite or a bacterial infection. Key to have it checked out especially if redness increases or there is red streaks along the arm.

Dr Cordero agreed

Answered 2/11/2014

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