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My hand is still swollen after two days bee sting.... it have buttons on the swollen part?

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Dr. Al Hegab answered

Specializes in Allergy and Immunology

? Infected : bee sting, keep it clean, see your doctor, as you need antibiotics, best wishes

Answered 4/28/2021

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