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Why is my throat swollen from a wasp sting? i got stung on my earlobe then it went down to my neck and it's like i can feel my tunsels dangling

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Dr. William Culviner answered

Specializes in ENT and Head and Neck Surgery

Bee sting: You are describing some regional hypersensitivity with excessive swelling of surrounding areas. I would be concerned about a developing bee sting allergy from this exposure with the throat swelling. Anaphylaxis to bees can be life threatening. You should see an allergist who deals with Hymenoptera allergies for evaluation/ testing. It sounds like you need to carry an epi pen.

Dr Gowans and another doctor agreed

Answered 9/29/2016

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A member asked:

Why is my throat swollen from a wasp sting? i got stung on my earlobe then it went down to my neck and it's like i can feel my tunsels dangling

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. William Culviner answered

Dr Gowans and another doctor agreed

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