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Should you have pain and severe swelling after being stung in the ear by a yellow jacket over 7 days ago?
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Get exam: a week is aliterate long. Is the stinger still in your ear? Should be examined to prevent permanent damage to ear cartilage I.e. Cauliflower ear. As you may need antibiotics or further measures.
Answered 7/28/2015
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