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I got stung by a bee on my face a day ago now my neck is swollen and my throat hurts should i go to the er?

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Dr. Heidi Fowler answered

Specializes in Psychiatry

Play it safe- yes: Sore throat & swelling may or may not be related to bee sting. Play it safe by having it medically evaluated.

Dr Munshower agreed

Answered 7/14/2014

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