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I want to know what do i need to do if stung by a wasp/hornet/ yellowjacket?
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Sting: Wash area w soap ; warm water. Apply ice in 10 min. Increments (10 on/10 off). Can try tylenol, (acetaminophen) Aspirin or Motrin for pain or Benadryl for swelling. Elevate affected area for swelling. Make paste of 2 parts baking soda ; 1 part water ; apply. Need tetanus shot every 10 years. Throat, airway, mouth swelling or difficulty breathing? Call 911! hornets ; yellow jackets are both wasps. Both have a.
Answered 6/30/2014
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