- Female
- 22 Years
- 22/01/2025
I got bitten by a little leech a few weeks back and it bled for a short while, but then it stopped. Now I've got this small red bump there, and it's quite itchy. Any idea what I can do to fix this?
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Clopivate cream for local application is advise for 7 days, if any side -effects dermatologist opinion is advised .
Dr. Shubham Suggests...
Consult a Dermatologist
Answered 04/07/2025
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