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Due to an insect bite in austria my forehead and nose bridge are all swollen esp where my eyes are. i'm taking 2x cetirizine aday. no use. any advice?

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Dr. Richard Zimon answered

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Try some cool: soaks.. and consider that It may be infected! This could be serious in that location. I would seek medical help at walk-in unit or ER. Good Luck Hope this helps! Dr Z

Answered 7/23/2016

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A member asked:

Due to an insect bite in austria my forehead and nose bridge are all swollen esp where my eyes are. i'm taking 2x cetirizine aday. no use. any advice?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Richard Zimon answered

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