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I got stung by a bee on my ankle, swelling started after 24 hours and got progressively worse 48 hours. cannot put any pressure on foot because of swelling. have been taking antihistamines. would it be advisable see a doctor?

Q: i got stung by a bee on my ankle, swelling started after 24 hours and got progressively worse 48 hours. cannot put any pressure on foot because of swelling. have been taking antihistamines. would it be advisable see a doctor?

Yes: Please see a doctor. Antihistamines often help &amp; may take awhile to start working but you may need other treatment so best to be examined.

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Yes: Please see a doctor. Antihistamines often help & may take awhile to start working but you may need other treatment so best to be examined.

Answered 11/11/2020

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A member asked:

I got stung by a bee on my ankle, swelling started after 24 hours and got progressively worse 48 hours. cannot put any pressure on foot because of swelling. have been taking antihistamines. would it be advisable see a doctor?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Deborah Ungerleider answered

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