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Strange bruise after mosquito bite

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AgathaQuiztee · 16/08/2020 18:00

Hi
I'm not sure about how concerned I should be about this swelling/bruising I've had for about a week. I think it's the result of a mosquito bite. It doesn't itch and only hurts if I press it. It's not getting any bigger. Do any of you wise Mumsnetters have any advise? My DH thinks I should phone the GP whereas I'm inclined to leave it as it's not getting any worse.

Strange bruise after mosquito bite
Strange bruise after mosquito bite
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Marcipex · 16/08/2020 19:10

I think it was probably a horse fly bite. They are quite likely to become infected, and yes, you need antibiotics.
Ring your gp ASAP. You can send the photo and they will decide whether to see you or not, but I expect they will prescribe antibiotics.

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