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Light Brown, Birthmark Looking Spot On Back, Felt A Sting On The Back. How Did I Get It ?
Hi, I have a light brown, birthmark looking spot on my back. All of the sudden I felt a sting on my back when I was eating lunch. I think it's a insect bite, but I don't what insect - maybe a spider. The spot the size of a pea, and is slightly raised above the skin. It only stings when something touches it, but I'm just really concerned how I got it. Please help!! Thanks
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Mon, 26 Aug 2013
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Hi, most probably there is a sting over the spot so you had allergic reaction there, and there is raised spot. It usually happens due to the histamin in the sting of the insect. There could also be itching and burning, or may not be .
It usually go away in 2 days, if it persists and difficult to bear consult your doctor. Thank you.
It usually go away in 2 days, if it persists and difficult to bear consult your doctor. Thank you.
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