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

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 3

wasp sting that has redneas and swelling?

Accepted Answer

Wasp sting: Sorry to hear and know it really hurts. Apply cold compress and call you Dr. office for advice. They know you best.

Question 4

is it normal 12 hours after wasp sting for area to be swollen, rash, itchy and pain?

Accepted Answer

WASP STING ITCHY: YES.
WASP STINGS CAN BE ITCHY, HOT, SWOLLEN, AND PAINFUL FOR HOURS FOLLOWING A STING.
A PASTE MADE OF UNSEASONED MEAT TENDERIZER WITH A FEW DROPS OF WATER CAN HELP IF DONE AS SOON AS THE STINGS ARE NOTICED.
OVER THE COUNTER CORTISONE CREAMS CAN OFTEN HELP.
FOR PERSISTENT ITCHING, PLEASE SEE A DERMATOLOGIST.
GOOD LUCK.

Question 5

how do i treat a wasp sting if big and red?

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 6

what should you do for a great black wasp sting? the area is very inflamed now has a large red ring around sting aprx 10cm away from sting after 2days

Accepted Answer

MOIST HOT: Packs....stinger may still be in your skin.

If any red streaking occurs..seek medical professional!

Hope this is helpful!

Question 7

i think a spider bit my ankle yesterday. last night started to swell, painful and red (similar to the reaction i had from a wasp sting many years ago)?

Accepted Answer

Ice and Zyrtec.: Ice it to reduce itching, pain and swelling.  Do not scratch it.  Take Zyrtec to counter act the allergic reaction.  See a doctor if it is not better.

Question 8

i have a wasp sting on the top of my knee cap is it normal for the are to be red and heat coming from it?

Accepted Answer

Yes, every body has-: -different reactions to stings. It is due to the toxin injected by the wasp. If an infection develops you will have more pain, &amp; fever and a change in symptoms you will notice. Then call your PCP.

Question 9

wasp sting yesterday upper r arm, area very red/swollen/itchy today (3in diam), some wheezing, sob, dizziness this am - delayed anaphylaxis?

Accepted Answer

Rare but possible: It is exceedingly rare, but not unheard of, to have delayed anaphylaxis to a sting, and the mechanism, of course, is unexplainable (theoretically, perhaps, T-cell mediated anaphylaxis to peptide components).
Regardless, you should be seen urgently for a proper assessment of your airway, and treatment as indicated. A referral to allergist should be the next step.

Question 10

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.

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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?

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What do i do for a red wasp sting?

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Wasp sting that has redneas and swelling?

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Is it normal 12 hours after wasp sting for area to be swollen, rash, itchy and pain?

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How do i treat a wasp sting if big and red?

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What should you do for a great black wasp sting? the area is very inflamed now has a large red ring around sting aprx 10cm away from sting after 2days

A member asked:

I think a spider bit my ankle yesterday. last night started to swell, painful and red (similar to the reaction i had from a wasp sting many years ago)?

A member asked:

I have a wasp sting on the top of my knee cap is it normal for the are to be red and heat coming from it?

A member asked:

Wasp sting yesterday upper r arm, area very red/swollen/itchy today (3in diam), some wheezing, sob, dizziness this am - delayed anaphylaxis?

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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?

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