- Female
- 34 Years
- 07/02/2025
I had a leech bite on my toe about a week ago while I was hiking, and now it's still really itchy and the area feels hard. What kind of doctor should I consult about this? Are there any good home remedies I could try in the meantime to help with the itching and hardness?
Answered by 1 Apollo Doctors
Visit Surgeon for evaluaytion and appropriate management
Dr. Mubarak Suggests...
Consult a Dermatologist
Answered 04/07/2025
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