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What Causes Swelling In Neck After A Yellow Jacket Sting?

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Posted on Tue, 7 Jul 2015
Question: Mu husband was stung by a yellow jacket 2 days ago.He carries an epi pen but has never had to use it, he usually reacts days later.He was stung behind his ear and now the swelling is going down his neck and he can't turn his head. He had been taking allergy medicine.Should we be concerned and what other steps should we be taking?
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Answered by Dr. Divakara (2 hours later)
Brief Answer:
It seems like Infection.

Detailed Answer:
HI

Greetings from Dr.Divakara.P
Thanks for posting your query.

Well it seems like due to the sting some infection has happened at and around his ear and is spreading . You need to take him to doctor and get him checked because if it is infection he requires an Antibiotic course.

It would be better if you can upload a picture so that I can tell you whether it is an infection or an allergy.

Hope this information was useful to you.
Any clarifications feel free to ask.

Regards.
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What Causes Swelling In Neck After A Yellow Jacket Sting?

Brief Answer: It seems like Infection. Detailed Answer: HI Greetings from Dr.Divakara.P Thanks for posting your query. Well it seems like due to the sting some infection has happened at and around his ear and is spreading . You need to take him to doctor and get him checked because if it is infection he requires an Antibiotic course. It would be better if you can upload a picture so that I can tell you whether it is an infection or an allergy. Hope this information was useful to you. Any clarifications feel free to ask. Regards.