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Suggest Treatment For Swollen Face After Going To The Beach

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Posted on Thu, 30 Jul 2015
Question: My 5 yr old grandson and I went to beach. His face is swollen. Giving him ibuprofen, and benadryl. Giving fluids. Should we take to Dr. He is also getting aloe gel and topical benadryl.
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Answered by Dr. Drkaushal85 (19 minutes later)
Brief Answer:
You can wait for few hours.

Detailed Answer:
Thanks for your question on Health Care Magic.
I can understand your concern.
Your grandson is having allergic reaction.
And you have given him correct treatment.
So no need to worry much for this. You can wait for few hours (7-8 hours).
If he is improving than no need to worry much.
But if he is worsening than consult doctor immediately.
Hope I have solved your query.
I will be happy to help you further.
Wishing good health to your grandson.
Thanks.
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Suggest Treatment For Swollen Face After Going To The Beach

Brief Answer: You can wait for few hours. Detailed Answer: Thanks for your question on Health Care Magic. I can understand your concern. Your grandson is having allergic reaction. And you have given him correct treatment. So no need to worry much for this. You can wait for few hours (7-8 hours). If he is improving than no need to worry much. But if he is worsening than consult doctor immediately. Hope I have solved your query. I will be happy to help you further. Wishing good health to your grandson. Thanks.