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I have a wasp sting on the top of my knee cap is it normal for the are to be red and heat coming from it?

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Dr. Peter Ihle answered

Specializes in Orthopedic Surgery

Yes, every body has-: -different reactions to stings. It is due to the toxin injected by the wasp. If an infection develops you will have more pain, & fever and a change in symptoms you will notice. Then call your PCP.

Answered 7/9/2016

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