Question 1

can wasp sting to cause infection?

Accepted Answer

Not usually: A sting might cause a local infection if the area wasn't cleaned well soon after the sting and was later frequently scratched.

Question 2

wasp sting if allergic how long before symptoms show?

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Minutes : If you are allergic to the wasp sting, you will know it by 15 minutes in a majority of the cases.

Question 3

wasp sting 6-8 weeks ago. upper arm just above elbow. took a few days to settle down. now same area flared up a couple days ago. itching. a red swollen bumpy rash. warm to touch. doesnt hurt but really itches. infection  cellulitis?

Accepted Answer

: Probably not infected. However, suggest you see dermatologist to confirm and obtain the proper treatment which might be a potent topical steroid cream along with an antihistamine. You might want to soak  the affected area in ice water until seen.

Question 4

how can i treat a wasp sting?

Accepted Answer

Baking soda  mix: Clean with soap ; warm water.  Apply ice in 10 minute. Increments; alternating 10 on ; 10 off.  Tylenol, (acetaminophen) Aspirin or Motrin for pain or Benadryl for swelling.  Make a paste of 2 parts baking soda ; 1 part water ; apply.   Need a tetanus shot every 10 years. Throat, airway or tongue  swelling – call 911.

Question 5

i wish to know what to take for wasp sting?

Accepted Answer

Histamine release: If you are allergic to bees, when you are stung their venom is injected into your bloodstream....Then your body reacts by releasing histamine and other chemicals...This causes the allergic reaction.
See an allergist for a complete history and possibly skin testing.
After any sting(even mosquito etc) wash with alcohol or soap/water and apply cortisone cream..Maybe evn take an anti-histamine.

Question 6

what do i do for a red wasp sting?

Accepted Answer

Maybe nothing: Unless you are allergic to it, often a sting from a wasp will only cause some imediate local pain. Infection arising from a simple sting is quite rare. So, if it is not hurting/swelling, do nothing. If some redness, try some calamide/caladryl lotion. If really swollen, red, painful after 2-3 days, consult doc. Good luck.

Question 7

what to do to a wasp sting and i'm diabetic?

Accepted Answer

Use EpiPEN, (epinephrine) go to ER: You may have no problem with this, but if you have an allergy or you think you do, my advice is to get to an er asap.  They will give you Epinephrine so you don't go into anaphylactic shock, which can close your airway and kill you.  After this episode is over, you might want to see your doctor and get an epipen, (epinephrine) which is a shot of Epinephrine you can give yourself quick if this happens again.

Question 8

how to determine if i have an allergic reaction to a wasp sting?

Accepted Answer

Local  or  general: Can  be  just  hives  and  soon  progresses  to  big  swelling  and  then  trouble  breathing.

Question 9

how to eliminate swelling from wasp sting? how do i get it to stop itching?

Accepted Answer

Wasp sting tips: Remove stinger by scraping along edge of skin with credit card.  Clean area with soap & warm water.  Apply ice in 10 min. Increments; alternating 10 on & 10 off.   You can take tylenol, (acetaminophen) Aspirin or Motrin for pain or Benadryl for swelling.  Make a paste of 2 parts baking soda & 1 part water & apply.   Or you can apply a meat tenderizer poultice to the area. Throat, airway, mouth swelling? Call 911!

Question 10

i wish to know what can i do for a wasp sting?

Accepted Answer

See below: Most people who are stung by bees just get a red, swollen iitchy "bump" in the area...Washing it right away..Using ice...Applying cortisone cream and taking an antihistamine usually provides relief. 
If you have bee sting allergy you can have more serious symptoms(hives all over, asthma, trouble breathing etc..) if you have these  go to er.

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