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Ant Bites

Underlying Cause

Ant Bites Underlying Cause

Most ant bites cause mild irritation to the skin. However, fire ant bites deliver venom into the wound that can cause allergic reactions.

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Last Updated: Mar 27, 2007 References

Authors: Stephen J. Schueler, MD; John H. Beckett, MD; D. Scott Gettings, MD

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Ant Bites References:

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