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Foot beesting local reaction foot swelling increase sitting standing legs dependent 72 hours foot stillfit in shoe not pass ankle are oral antibiotic?

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Bee sting: Typically, with most bee stings, one will notice localized redness and swelling to the affected site. Oral benadryl, (diphenhydramine) ice and/or a topical 'anti-itch' ointment should help symptoms. Should one experience any throat or facial swelling with difficulty getting a full-breath, go to emergency care. With redness staying local, antibiotics are not needed. Your doc should be consulted with any change.

Answered 7/10/2015

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Dr. Thomas Inwood answered

Specializes in Podiatry

Sting: This does sound like a localized reaction to a bee sting. If it does not resolve with the recommendations , certainly see your podiatrist or family doc.

Answered 9/28/2016

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