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Noticed Dime Sized Bumps On The Leg That Looks Like Bruise

What could it be if my 16 month old son had 2 dime size bumps close together on his leg that looked like bites but no spot to indicate a bite that turned into one and ended up looking like a bruise. It itched and hurt him when it was red but not much anymore and has had it almost a week. Seems slightly better.
Mon, 18 May 2015
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Welcome to HCM.
In my opinion, it seems to be a bed bug bite. It does not hurt when the bed bug bites, but many people develop an allergic reaction to the saliva of the bug usually between 24 hours and three days later, resulting in a raised, red skin bump or welt that is intensely itchy and inflamed. Both the welt and the itchiness may last for several days. Bed bug bites can occur anywhere on the body, but are typically on uncovered areas, such as the neck, face, arms, and hands — and are often found in a row of two or more.
If its still present, you may apply calamine lotion.
For further questions, do contact us.
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Noticed Dime Sized Bumps On The Leg That Looks Like Bruise

Hi Welcome to HCM. In my opinion, it seems to be a bed bug bite. It does not hurt when the bed bug bites, but many people develop an allergic reaction to the saliva of the bug usually between 24 hours and three days later, resulting in a raised, red skin bump or welt that is intensely itchy and inflamed. Both the welt and the itchiness may last for several days. Bed bug bites can occur anywhere on the body, but are typically on uncovered areas, such as the neck, face, arms, and hands — and are often found in a row of two or more. If its still present, you may apply calamine lotion. For further questions, do contact us.