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Bee sting still itching badly after 8 days. no visible stinger left. no signs of infection. what should i do?

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try...: An antihistamine for a couple of days, +/- a topical steroid cream. Avoid hot baths/showers.

Answered 9/4/2020

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Wait: You may be having an allergic reaction to material injected by the bee, and trying a topical steroid which you can get otc would help. Otherwise, it will go away. If it becomes red, hot, hard, tender, see a doctor immediately.

Dr Fowler agreed

Answered 8/31/2019

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