Suggest Treatment For Wasp Stings On Body

Posted on Sun, 25 Oct 2015

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Sun, 25 Oct 2015 Answered on

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Question : I was stung 3 time today and 2 of the bites are tolerable. The one on my scalp really hurts. They were wasps I believe. I took 2 Aleves much earlier today - 10ish - then was stung about 3:30. Can I take something else for the pain? Ice isn't helping

Answered by Dr. Dr. Rovena (55 minutes later)

Brief Answer:
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Detailed Answer:
Hello.

Welcome to Healthcare Magic.

I read carefully your query.

The sting will cause a local allergic reaction with pain,itching ,swelling,redness (all signs of inflammation).
Continue to apply ice.You can take an anti-inflammation drug (Ibuprofen ,Naproxen etc)every 6 hours in the pain continues.Antihistamines like Benadryl for few days will reduce the symptoms.

Hope it helps.
Let me know if you have any question.

Kind regards,
Dr.Rovena Murati

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