Weird bugbite

[u/FastMonkey420]

27 yo
5'10"
155lb
male

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[u/Rxforabundantlife]

You have spread of toxin or infection through the lymphatic system (lymphangitis). If it is tender, you may want to be seen to be evaluated for infection and consideration of antibiotics. In the meantime outline the red spot and streak in ink to monitor if it is enlarging and be seen if it is.

[u/ElementalRabbit]

It is not possible to identify the bite.

This does not require immediate medical attention, but you should monitor your own symptoms and the rash itself.

Over the next 24 hours (from when this picture would taken), if the rash has not stopped increasing or if you feel unwell, you should visit urgent care. If it is growing rapidly, seek urgent or emergency care.

Generally speaking, as it stands this is well within the realms of something that can resolve spontaneously and can be monitored safely at home.