Q: Is swelling from a wasp sting normal on day 2?

It isn't uncommon to still have some progression of swelling after 24 hours. Clean area with soap ; warm water. Apply ice (bag of frozen peas) in 10 min. Increments; alternating 10 on ; 10 off. You can take meds like tylenol, (acetaminophen) Aspirin or Motrin for pain or Benadryl for swelling. Make a paste of 2 parts baking soda ; 1 part water ; apply. Throat, airway, mouth swelling or difficulty breathing?

Question 1

24 hours after wasp sting and taking benadryl (diphenhydramine) the swelling is back to its max and hives again?

Accepted Answer

That's a bad reaction to wasp sting, it might progress, keep epipen handy,and keep taking benadryl (diphenhydramine) better go to ER, and fix an appointment with an allergist later, good luck

Question 2

What to do if i have a wasp sting and it has not stop the swelling for at least 17 hours?

Accepted Answer

I don't understand. If it is still swollen after 17 hours that can be normal. But, it is progressively and significantly swelling, i would go to your er. Make a paste of 2 parts baking soda & 1 part water & apply.  Or:  apply an enzyme based meat tenderizer in a poultice & wrap area.

Question 3

Is severe swelling from a wasp sting normal after 48 hours or should i see a doctor? i was stung on the top of my foot.

Accepted Answer

The appropriate treatment would be oral antihistamines and cool soaks  to the foot , that should cause the swelling to disappear

Question 4

What to do for wasp sting and swelling?

Accepted Answer

Most people who are stung by bees just get a red, swollen itchy "bump" in the area...Wshing 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  see an allergist asap.

Question 5

Is swelling from a wasp sting normal on day 2?

Accepted Answer

It isn&#x27;t uncommon to still have some progression of swelling after 24 hours. Clean area with soap ; warm water.  Apply ice (bag of frozen peas) in 10 min. Increments; alternating 10 on ; 10 off.  You can take meds like tylenol, (acetaminophen) Aspirin or Motrin for pain or Benadryl for swelling.  Make a paste of 2 parts baking soda ; 1 part water ; apply.  Throat, airway, mouth swelling or difficulty breathing?

Question 6

How long does swelling from a wasp sting last?

Accepted Answer

Swelling from a  large local reaction may last 48 hour up to one week.

Question 7

How do i reduce the swelling of the wasp sting?

Accepted Answer

Remove stinger-scrape along edge of skin with a credit card.  Clean area with soap & warm water.  Apply ice (bag of frozen peas) in 10 min. Increments; alternating 10 on & 10 off.   You can take meds like 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.

Question 8

How do i eliminate some of the swelling of a wasp sting?

Accepted Answer

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.   Raise affected area. You need a tetanus shot every 10 years. Throat, airway, mouth swelling? Call 911!

Question 9

Is my swelling from a wasp sting and how can i reduce it ?

Accepted Answer

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.   Insure that your tetanus status is up to date. Tetanus shot every 10 years. Throat, airway, mouth swelling? Call 911!

Question 10

Which products could i use to reduce the swelling of a wasp sting?

Accepted Answer

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. Tetanus shot is needed every 10 years. Throat, airway or tongue  swelling – call 911.

Wasp sting swelling after 24 hours

24 hours after wasp sting and taking benadryl (diphenhydramine) the swelling is back to its max and hives again?

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What to do if i have a wasp sting and it has not stop the swelling for at least 17 hours?

Is severe swelling from a wasp sting normal after 48 hours or should i see a doctor? i was stung on the top of my foot.

What to do for wasp sting and swelling?

Is swelling from a wasp sting normal on day 2?

How long does swelling from a wasp sting last?

How do i reduce the swelling of the wasp sting?

How do i eliminate some of the swelling of a wasp sting?

Is my swelling from a wasp sting and how can i reduce it ?

Which products could i use to reduce the swelling of a wasp sting?

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