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How To Reduce Swelling And Itching In Face And Foot?

I ve been stung by bees on thechin and ankles. Face is sweeling up pain and itching is minimal,I ve used cold compresses and caladry.However the swelling not going down and blisters appearing on foot.A friend recommended hydrocortisone, What to do to reduce swelling
Wed, 12 Aug 2015
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Welcome to HCM

According to history provided, my opinion is you are suffering from allergic reaction to bee sting.

In my OPD if such patient comes to me,I will evaluate thoroughly to rule out severe allergic reaction first.

If I found out he/she is not suffering from severe allergic reaction then I will prescribe some antihistamine if he/she responds well then I will not prescribe any further treatment.

If she /he doest not respond to initial line of therapy then I will go for corticosteroid.

In my opinion you first consult your near by physician for proper evaluation.

Take care

All the best

Hope I have cleared your query.

Regards

Email - o_bodke@yahoo.co.in
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How To Reduce Swelling And Itching In Face And Foot?

Hello Welcome to HCM According to history provided, my opinion is you are suffering from allergic reaction to bee sting. In my OPD if such patient comes to me,I will evaluate thoroughly to rule out severe allergic reaction first. If I found out he/she is not suffering from severe allergic reaction then I will prescribe some antihistamine if he/she responds well then I will not prescribe any further treatment. If she /he doest not respond to initial line of therapy then I will go for corticosteroid. In my opinion you first consult your near by physician for proper evaluation. Take care All the best Hope I have cleared your query. Regards Email - o_bodke@yahoo.co.in