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What Precautions Should One Take After A Bee Sting?
I have a question I got stung by a bee yesterday afternoon and it swelled a little bit but it the swelling went down but it stung me on the side of my finger and everytime water touches my sting is stings like needles and the pain shoots all the way up my arm should I be concerned
Wed, 21 Aug 2019
Hello,
Your symptoms seem to be related to the bee sting. I suggest using an antihistamine such as Cetirizine 10 mg daily. I also suggest using Calamine lotion for local application and cold compresses.
Hope my answer was helpful. If you have further queries feel free to contact me again.
Regards,
Dr. Dorina Gurabardhi
General &Family Physician
Your symptoms seem to be related to the bee sting. I suggest using an antihistamine such as Cetirizine 10 mg daily. I also suggest using Calamine lotion for local application and cold compresses.
Hope my answer was helpful. If you have further queries feel free to contact me again.
Regards,
Dr. Dorina Gurabardhi
General &Family Physician
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