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A member asked:

What to do if i just got stung by a bee or a wasp how long does it take to feel allergic reactions?

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Dr. Arnold Beresh answered

Immediate: If you are going to have a reaction it is usually immediate.

Dr Mutnick agreed

Answered 4/6/2013

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What do you suggest if my father is deathly allergic to bees and wasps but I've never been stung by either. if don't want to find out the hard way. also are allergies genetic?

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