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What Causes A Rash On The Ankle?

I have a quarter sized hickey looking rash on my ankle. what is it? also, I ve gotten bitten by something at night and I remember it really hurt. now, two weeks later, the bump just looks like a pea size pimple with a white center surrounded by redness...what is it?
Mon, 30 Jul 2018
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Hello and Welcome to ‘Ask A Doctor’ service. I have reviewed your query and here is my advice.

It looks like infection & inflammation (allergic reaction) due to insect bite. Do not scratch. Take non-sedating antihistamines (Levocetirizine) once daily for 5 days. You can use hydrocortisone ointment or Bactroban to apply locally. Take Azithromycin for 5 days. In the meantime take care of your hygiene, clean it before applying the ointment. Take care.

Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
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Dr. Nupur K.
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What Causes A Rash On The Ankle?

Hello and Welcome to ‘Ask A Doctor’ service. I have reviewed your query and here is my advice. It looks like infection & inflammation (allergic reaction) due to insect bite. Do not scratch. Take non-sedating antihistamines (Levocetirizine) once daily for 5 days. You can use hydrocortisone ointment or Bactroban to apply locally. Take Azithromycin for 5 days. In the meantime take care of your hygiene, clean it before applying the ointment. Take care. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Regards, Dr. Nupur K.