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Suggest Treatment For Infected Leg Caused By An Insect Bite
I have had an infected leg caused by a bite(possibly a spider bite according to Doc) and am on antibiotics. I had cellulitis 5 months ago in the same leg. I am now getting a stabbing pain in my calf when I bend over in the same leg. Is this anything to worry about?
Wed, 18 Feb 2015
Infectious Diseases Specialist, Dr. Praveen G's Response
Hello Welcome to HCM,
I can understand your concern for bruising after suffering insect bites. There can be multiple possibilities of the blisters in your condition. It can be a part of simple folliculitis by bacterial proliferation or may be part of some autoimmune problem which is causing blistering.
A detailed history with proper work up is required to reach to the exact diagnosis. You should meet dermatologist at the earliest so that exact diagnosis can be made.
Do not try to pinch or pop the blister as can get secondarily infected and further complications. Thank you.
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Suggest Treatment For Infected Leg Caused By An Insect Bite
Hello Welcome to HCM, I can understand your concern for bruising after suffering insect bites. There can be multiple possibilities of the blisters in your condition. It can be a part of simple folliculitis by bacterial proliferation or may be part of some autoimmune problem which is causing blistering. A detailed history with proper work up is required to reach to the exact diagnosis. You should meet dermatologist at the earliest so that exact diagnosis can be made. Do not try to pinch or pop the blister as can get secondarily infected and further complications. Thank you.