Question 1

i have a wasp sting from yesterday. and i'm not sure if it is spreading redness or not. it itches, is red, and is a little warm to the touch. it might be spreading in a circle around the sting very slightly, but i am worried about cellulitis. worry?

Accepted Answer

: Local reactions of warmth, swelling and redness are common after a wasp or yellow jacket or bee sting.  This is a reaction to the venom and local injury.  Cellulitis would take a couple days to take hold.  Meanwhile, apply cool wet compresses to the area and take some acetaminophen/Tylenol.  If you are able to take ibuprofen, this will help with the inflammation if taken over the next few days.

Question 2

does itching come with swelling after a wasp sting?

Accepted Answer

Yes: Topical steroid ointment such as hydrocortisone should help reduce itching.

Question 3

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 4

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 5

i have a wasp sting...it's read and itchy. got stung two days ago....normal?

Accepted Answer

Wasp sting: It sounds like a normal reaction to a wasp sting. Apply an ice pack to it several times a day to reduce the swelling and itching.

Question 6

what does it mean for a wasp sting swelling to *return* 2 days after the initial bite?

Accepted Answer

Swelling return: 2 possible causes of that swelling could be a small hematoma(blood collection from bleeding from the bite) or an early collection of pus which would usually have associated redness and tenderness. I recommend applying warm soaks and observe for spreading redness or more swelling which would warrant an examination by a physician. Apply antibiotic ointment and If itching occurs take an antihistamine

Question 7

what causes baking soda to relieve itches from wasp stings?

Accepted Answer

Sodium bicarbonate (sodium bicarbonate): Baking soda is sodium bicarbonate. It neutralizes the bee's venom.

Question 8

what to do 3 days after wasp sting and the had is still swol len?

Accepted Answer

: If it is getting better keep doing what you may have been doing like elevation and cautious use. If getting worse get evaluation for possible infection and need to be on antibiotics. If painful use local compress or pain medication.

Question 9

i had an anaphylactic reaction 3 days ago from a wasp sting. my hives are gone as of today, but i still feel slightly foggy.  is this normal?

Accepted Answer

Yes: common to feel this for few days, better rest, check your blood pressure, could be a side effect of antihistaminic you might be on, please see an allergist for assessment, you might be a candidate for specific immunotherapy, which yields excellent results, check aaaai.org or acaai.org for an allergist in your area, please be careful, keep an epinephrine pen and an antihistaminic handy

Question 10

i had a wasp sting on my wrist 2 days ago, i woke up this morning and it was swollen and still is and there is a alittle numbing type pain along with ?

Accepted Answer

Remove stinger: Please ensure that the stinger from the insect is not embedded in the skin. Swelling is typical after this type of sting, keep the wrist elevated  and the area clean.  Watch carefully. If you notice the swelling increasing, spreading redness, more pain or changes in your breathing go to the doctor promptly.  Take care and avoid further stings.

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I have a wasp sting from yesterday. and i'm not sure if it is spreading redness or not. it itches, is red, and is a little warm to the touch. it might be spreading in a circle around the sting very slightly, but i am worried about cellulitis. worry?

A member asked:

Does itching come with swelling after a wasp sting?

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

A member asked:

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?

A member asked:

I have a wasp sting...it's read and itchy. got stung two days ago....normal?

A member asked:

What does it mean for a wasp sting swelling to *return* 2 days after the initial bite?

A member asked:

What causes baking soda to relieve itches from wasp stings?

A member asked:

What to do 3 days after wasp sting and the had is still swol len?

A member asked:

I had an anaphylactic reaction 3 days ago from a wasp sting. my hives are gone as of today, but i still feel slightly foggy. is this normal?

A member asked:

I had a wasp sting on my wrist 2 days ago, i woke up this morning and it was swollen and still is and there is a alittle numbing type pain along with ?

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