I Developed A Very Swollen Face And Eyes, Throat With

Posted on Thu, 19 Sep 2019

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Question : I developed a very swollen face and eyes, throat with welts all over my upper body. I have some mosquito bites on me as well. This all happened yesterday afternoon. I feel a little better but I am still very swollen and I am still getting new welts on my body. What could this be?? I have taken benedryl, Allegra, Advil and alieve

Answered by Dr. Shinas Hussain (1 hour later)

Brief Answer:
The symptoms are suggestive of a severe allergic reaction.

Detailed Answer:
Hello,
Thanks for the query.

The symptoms and sign are typical of a severe allergic reaction. It might be due to some insect bite reaction (IBR).

As the disease extensive, steroids have to be started.
Consult a physician and start on steroids preferably via the intravenous route.

Nothing much to worry and you will definitely improve with steroids.

Let me know if I can assist you further.

Wishing all the best.
Thanks

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