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I got stung by a bee 3 days ago on my foot and the swelling keeps getting worse and the benydryl i have been taking every 4hrs for 3 days and ice are ?
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Insects: Hi, Prolonged swelling and redness after an insect bite or sting may indicate allergic reaction or a secondary process such as infection. If your symptoms are not improving, please see a local doctor so that they can examine the area. Hope this helps.
Answered 8/5/2018
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