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How do you know if you have to go to the doctors after a bee sting after 6 hours has passed. foot is swelling, itching and painful?
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Try: Taking otc antihistamine like Benadryl (diphenhydramine) and if still swollen see your doctor. Sounds like allergic reaction.
Answered 7/8/2018
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Appointment: Making an appointment is appropriate, even though this may seem minor, it's best to get it checked out incase the bee sting gets worse or you may have a toxic reaction. I'd recommend using cold compresses to your foot with Benadryl (diphenhydramine) (as previously posted). Corticosteroid cream may help reduce swelling even more. Hope this is helpful.
Answered 6/4/2021
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