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Got stung by a wasp a day ago. my arm is very itchy and swollen. should i be worried orgo tothe doctor?

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Dr. Heidi Fowler answered

Specializes in Psychiatry

Wasps: Seek medical care for allergic reaction in which there is swelling of > 4 inches, nausea, GI cramps, diarrhea.

Answered 10/3/2014

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