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What Causes Swollen Leg And Scab On Lower Leg?

For about two weeks I ve had this disgusting looking scab on my lower leg. I m not sure if it is a scab, blister, or etc. When it started to form, it was itchy. Now, it is a open sore with yellow looking blotches sticking up. My leg is sorta swollen and it has a slight redness around it. I m not sure what it is. I might get it checked out, but not sure if it is major. Please respond back, really worried.
Mon, 20 Jul 2015
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I would need a picture for a confirmed diagnosis, but this looks like a hair follicle infection which needs to be treated with antibiotics or it can spread and cause worsening of these symptoms. You should visit a doctor as soon as possible.
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What Causes Swollen Leg And Scab On Lower Leg?

I would need a picture for a confirmed diagnosis, but this looks like a hair follicle infection which needs to be treated with antibiotics or it can spread and cause worsening of these symptoms. You should visit a doctor as soon as possible.