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I was stung by a wasp yesterday morning on my wrist. it is now very hot to the touch swollen and red. is this normal? also i am pregnant.

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Dr. Joyce Pastore answered

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Insect bite: You can put ice on it to decrease the inflammation. you can take Ibuprofen to decrease the inflammation if you are in your third trimester.

Answered 9/29/2016

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Dr. Christine Norton answered

Allergy or infected: You should seek medical attention. You may be having an allergic reaction to the wasp sting or it become infected. Either way it sounds inflamed and should be look at.

Answered 9/29/2016

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A member asked:

I was stung by a wasp yesterday morning on my wrist. it is now very hot to the touch swollen and red. is this normal? also i am pregnant.

2 doctors weighed in across 2 answers

Dr. Joyce Pastore answered

Dr. Christine Norton answered

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