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My ankles are swollen up to my thigh. would an epipen (epinephrine) help me if i was stung around the throat area by a bee?
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I think best : To be checked by a doctor if time permits.
Answered 6/26/2014
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Probably not: See your doctor for evaluation. The bee sting is probably not connected to you swelling.
Answered 8/3/2014
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