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Consult with a doctor, first of all

Keep the area religiously clean and dry off WELL after cleaning

Change clothes frequently, wash hands frequently

Change bedding frequently

Apply clean warm compress frequently

If no improvement within a day or two, contact doctor

If you see any dark or black lines radiating from under the skin, go to the emergency room

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