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Is It Normal To Have Lump In The Area Of Horsefly Bite?

i was bit by a horsefly abourt 2 weeks ago maybe longer didnt think it was a big deal it bled a lil for a few mins at the time but now it feels like my foot is bruised and under the skin there is a lump where the stupid thing bit me. normal or not...?
Mon, 16 Feb 2015
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Hi,
It seems that there might be having some hematoma formation and some local allergic reaction giving this problem.
Apply ice pack 2-3 times a day for few days.
Take antihistamin like Cetrizine or Benadryl for 2-3 days.
Gradually hematom will be dissolved.
Ok and take care.
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Is It Normal To Have Lump In The Area Of Horsefly Bite?

Hi, It seems that there might be having some hematoma formation and some local allergic reaction giving this problem. Apply ice pack 2-3 times a day for few days. Take antihistamin like Cetrizine or Benadryl for 2-3 days. Gradually hematom will be dissolved. Ok and take care.