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What Causes Red Swollen Lumps On The Foot And Ankle?
I have two bites on my foot and one on my ankle. The appeared Saturday they were very red and swollen at the time and also very itchy. Now they have a purple tent to them. The one on my ankle has a black spot and I was wondering if that could be from where I squeezed blood out of it?
Thu, 26 Sep 2019
Hello,
It may be due to allergic reactions to bite.
For that you can apply hydrocortisone ointment locally.
Take tablet loratidine for itching.
In case of breathing difficulties, severe itching you may require urgent medical care.
For pain you can take tablet acetaminophen.
Maintain proper hygiene.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Shyam Kale
Family and general physician
It may be due to allergic reactions to bite.
For that you can apply hydrocortisone ointment locally.
Take tablet loratidine for itching.
In case of breathing difficulties, severe itching you may require urgent medical care.
For pain you can take tablet acetaminophen.
Maintain proper hygiene.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Shyam Kale
Family and general physician
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