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Question: I was stung by a hornet 2 days ago, in the upper arm. I normally have not had any reactions to stings, but this time my arm started swelling up the next day. not hurting, just a little uncomfortable and itchy. is there any thing that will help the swelling go down. it has not hindered my normal activities.
Brief Answer:
Use cortisone
Detailed Answer:
Hello
Thanks for the query.
Apply a mild steroid cream like cortisone twice daily for a week.
It is safe and effective and usually available over the counter.
Also take an antihistamine tablet.
This will help you.
Let me know if you have any other doubts.
Thank you.
Use cortisone
Detailed Answer:
Hello
Thanks for the query.
Apply a mild steroid cream like cortisone twice daily for a week.
It is safe and effective and usually available over the counter.
Also take an antihistamine tablet.
This will help you.
Let me know if you have any other doubts.
Thank you.
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