In r/AskDocs, a dramatic red streak spreading from a swollen mosquito bite drives high engagement and rapid escalation advice, culminating in the poster convincing family to go to the ER.
I've had this mosquito bite since yesterday but a long red streak developed slowly after, and the bite has become really swollen.
I've never had this problem with mosquito bites before, and this one is really disproportionate in size compared to others.
Okay guys I finally convinced them to go to the ER, thanks for all of your concern, will post an update later
It doesn't hurt inherently, but when I touch it, it feels weird and slightly painful.
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