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Had a reaction to something after surgery 5 days ago. i have face, tongue swelling and numbness, taking prednisone, benadryl. when will swelling stop?
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Drug reaction : It usually disappears within 72 to 96 hours. However it is sometimes present up to 14 days so just continue your mess and relax
Answered 1/4/2017
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