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Insect bites and stings: antimicrobial prescribing

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  • Reference number: NG182
  • Published:  22 September 2020
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Context

An insect bite or sting often causes a small, red lump on the skin, which may be painful and itchy. Secondary bacterial infection is unlikely; it is unclear which causative organisms are most common.


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