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Insect bite getting worse

2018-07-06 12:38:07
I got bit on my calf by an insect two days ago and it’s getting worse I’ve put cream on and took ibrufuen but it’s getting painful to walk and redness is getting bigger and hot to the touch, what should I do?
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Dear , don't worry First important Avoid Self medication U must got infection , need of assessment and treatment Consult doctor
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please avoid self medication

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It has now turned into an access You need an antibiotic and analgesic anti-inflammatory Consult a general physician for this

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