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24 hours after wasp sting and taking benadryl (diphenhydramine) the swelling is back to its max and hives again?
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Please go to ER: That's a bad reaction to wasp sting, it might progress, keep epipen handy,and keep taking benadryl (diphenhydramine) better go to ER, and fix an appointment with an allergist later, good luck
Answered 5/9/2019
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Insect allergy..: Agree with Dr Al Hegab. It is important to know that bee allergy (which commonly occurs with wasps and other stinging insects) can be deadly. Hives that occur immediately after a sting must be addressed: both in the context of the emergent setting right after and later to address the underlying problem. Repeat stings carry greater risk and procedures are effective in generating tolerance.
Answered 9/9/2019
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