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I Got Stung By A Yellow Jacket On By Arm

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Posted on Mon, 22 Jul 2019
Question: I got stung by a yellow jacket on by arm & hand yesterday. My arm & hand is swollen and hot. What can I do?
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Answered by Dr. Dr. Kakkar (44 minutes later)
Brief Answer:
Take an oral antihistamine

Detailed Answer:
Hello and welcome to ask a doctor service. I have reviewed your query and noted your concern.

I suggest you to take an oral antihistamine e.g cetirizine 10mg tablet once a day for a few days.

Hope I have answered your question. Let me know if you need any more assistance.
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I Got Stung By A Yellow Jacket On By Arm

Brief Answer: Take an oral antihistamine Detailed Answer: Hello and welcome to ask a doctor service. I have reviewed your query and noted your concern. I suggest you to take an oral antihistamine e.g cetirizine 10mg tablet once a day for a few days. Hope I have answered your question. Let me know if you need any more assistance.