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A 27-year-old female asked:
i got bit by one fire ant on my big toe last night. now, my whole foot is swollen. is this a sign of an allergy?
3 doctor answers • 7 doctors weighed in
Dr. Al Hegab answered
Allergy and Immunology 40 years experience
Yes, could be: this is a severe localized reaction, could very well be due to allergy, you need evaluation by an allergist/immunologist, keep antihistamines and epinephrine pen handy, ask your doctor about it, as re-exposure would be more severe, you might need vaccines (allergy shots) against fire ants, check aaaai.org or acaai.org for an allergist in your area take OTC antihistamines & c ur doctor
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Dr. Fred Birnbaum answered
Podiatry 43 years experience
No: More likely, this is a reaction to the bite itself, although if this occurred several days after, it could be an infection. In either case, seek prompt medical attention!
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Dr. Jeffrey Kass answered
Podiatry 28 years experience
Or an infection: I would see a doctor to help differentiate.
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