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What is the best way to remove an insect stinger? such as bee, wasp, or hornet. and how do you treat the wound once it is out?
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Scraping: Remove stinger by scraping along edge of skin with a credit card or another sharp edged object. If the stinger is removed with tweezers it is important not to squeeze the venom sack (at the base of the stinger). Clean with soap & warm water. Apply ice in 10 minute. Increments; alternating 10 on & 10 off. Tylenol, (acetaminophen) Aspirin or Motrin for pain or Benadryl for swelling.
Answered 4/19/2018
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