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My wife was stung by a bee yesterday morning, inside her hand, the palm area is swollen, hand is itchy however she has red line up the inside of her arm ?

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Dr. Amrita Dosanjh
Dr. Amrita Dosanjhanswered
Pediatric Allergy and Asthma 38 years experience
Antihistamine: An antihistamine and cool compress is suggested. If the stinger is present, please see urgent care. The line may indicate inflammation or infection. Avoid rubbing the area and keep the skin clean and dry.
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