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Thank you for the question. It is unusual to get a large pimple at this location. If it is red and painful, an insect bite is possible but an underlying infection or infected cyst is also possible.
If the pain is still present, you should see your doctor or dermatologist to get this checked out. If there is an underlying infection , this should be treated early to prevent it from spreading.
In general, after an insect bite, it is important to minimize picking and scratching at the rash as this can aggravate the swelling and increase the risk of scarring. It is also important to prevent infection and keep the area clean. Topical antibiotics may be helpful especially of there is a wound and overlying redness. Some people may develop an exaggerated insect bite reaction and the area of the bite can become very inflamed. Topical steroids can help reduce the inflammation. For the current scar, this should usually get better with time. Silicone based scar gels may help in the healing.
Hi Nur Azmina, From the picture, this bump maybe a dermatofibroma or even an early scar. You should see your doctor/dermatologist to get this more closely examined for a proper diagnosis to be made. A dermatofibroma is a benign growth on the skin. This is not cancerous. Treatment is by surgical excision or removal of the lesion.
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