What Could Be The Cause Ring Type Bruise Around The Bite?

Posted on Tue, 12 Jan 2021

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Question : I got bit by something but its leaving this ring type bruise around the bite. what could be the cause?

Answered by Dr. Dr.Dorina Gurabardhi (-2 hours later)

Brief Answer:
Please send a photo

Detailed Answer:
Hello,
Your symptoms seem to be related to an insect bite.
I would like to have a photo for better evaluation.
Meanwhile, I suggest using a mild steroid cream for local application such as Calamine lotion.
I also recommend to use an antihistamine such as Cetirizine 10 mg daily.

Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.

Kind regards!

Dr.Dorina Gurabardhi
General &Family Physician

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Raju A.T

Follow up: Dr. Dr.Dorina Gurabardhi (5 hours later)

here is the photo of the bite with the bruise like ring around it

Answered by Dr. Dr.Dorina Gurabardhi (8 hours later)

Brief Answer:
Follow up

Detailed Answer:
Hi again dear,

I already reviewed the report.
It looks like a bug bite. It is nothing to be worried about.
I recommend to use Calamine lotion for local application.
In case of itching, you can also use Cetirizine 10 mg daily.

Take care dear,
Dr.Dorina Gurabardhi

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Kampana