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Calf Became Extremely Itchy And Swollen
After playing football last night my calf became extremely itchy, i thought i may have been biten by an insect, now 24 hours later my calf is extremely painful and swollen and i have four red lumps on it, and if anything seems to be getting worse. I have never had a reaction like this previously, I am a 30 yr old male. what course of action should I take
Thu, 31 Mar 2011
it seems that while playing foot ball, some poisonous insect bite is likely,as you had itching on that part. it gave allergic reaction with infection,resulting swelling with pain
without delay you consult your doctor for the treatment.
one course of antibiotic,anti inflammatory and anti allergic medicine will give you complete relief.
without delay you consult your doctor for the treatment.
one course of antibiotic,anti inflammatory and anti allergic medicine will give you complete relief.
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