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Got stung by a wasp about 2 and a half hours ago. thumb is somewhat swollen on the pad and "fat" feeling. how long do i need to watch for potential anaphylactic reaction? pain has greatly reduced in the last hour or so?

Q: got stung by a wasp about 2 and a half hours ago. thumb is somewhat swollen on the pad and "fat" feeling. how long do i need to watch for potential anaphylactic reaction? pain has greatly reduced in the last hour or so?

: Anaphylaxis usually occurs very quickly but can take a half hour at times. You manifest no major allergic reaction. Take an antihistamine if bite area itches.

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Dr. Donald Colantino answered

Anaphylaxis usually occurs very quickly but can take a half hour at times. You manifest no major allergic reaction. Take an antihistamine if bite area itches.

Answered 7/11/2022

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A member asked:

Got stung by a wasp about 2 and a half hours ago. thumb is somewhat swollen on the pad and "fat" feeling. how long do i need to watch for potential anaphylactic reaction? pain has greatly reduced in the last hour or so?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Donald Colantino answered

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