Why do I get a dark hyperpigmented spot exactly after a minor bug bite heals?
1. Introduction The dark, hyperpigmented spot that persists exactly where a minor bug bite recently healed is a dermatological condition known as post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation. When an insect breaches the skin, it triggers a localized immune response to repair the trauma and neutralize any injected salivary proteins. This intense, acute inflammatory cascade inadvertently stimulates the surrounding … Read more