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Red ant bites
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I am 30 years ,I was walking in our coconut farm I was bitten by some big red ants in my both foot . It pained for sometime then I applied castor oil. I see bitten area is swollen and little painful.continous Itching in that area .wat should I do.? I have attached the picture .pls suggest.Thank you.
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Don't worry...you are suffering from allergic contact dermatitis causing this problem... Specific medicine available for good control... Treatment depends on the severity..Do direct online consultation for detailed prescription by sending photos.
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