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Leech Bite

2018-12-03 01:25:22
I have been bitten by a leech in a upper feet 2 days before. Since then the area is dark red. It was slightly itchy now and I applied cetaphil. How to treat it and to remove dark red spot?
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You are suffering from allergic reaction due to leach bite. Medicine available for good improvement......As the treatment varies depending on the severity... Send photos of the affected area, by direct online consultation for accurate diagnosis and treatment.

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Please put pictures of the affected areas

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Plz consult online with pictures for better diagnosis and treatment

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Please contact nearest doctor.

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