It sounds like an allergic reaction with secondary bacterial infection.
An allergy happens after an initial exposure to the allergen. In my
case, I developed an allergy to crickets after feeding them for years to
my lizards. My first time reaction was so severe, I had to use a
powerful steroid to counteract the allergen, a protein in cricket chiton
(the exoskeleton). I keep getting little rashes from the claw marks I
get from the lizards. The chiton remains unchanged during digestion, and
is picked up on the lizard claws by incidental contact with feces dust
in the cage. I wash the scratches with soap and water, and if I still
get a reaction,I use an over-the-counter cream like hydrocortisone. Be
aware of your reaction. If it gets worse, seek medical attention.
Later,
Pete
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