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Can Sting From A Bee Cause Swollen Face And Lump Near Ear?
A honey bee came in my window yesterday while I was driving and stung me on my cheek bone, now it is warm, the whole side of my face is swollen and very sore, also there is a lump in front of my ear. I got all of the stinger out. Bee stings have never affected me this way before. Should I be worried?
Fri, 12 Sep 2014
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The allergic response to any particular agent can potentially increase with continued exposure.
You need to take an oral antihistamine as soon as possible. Examples are benadryl, zyrtec, allegra, claritine.
These are available over the counter.
If you not not have an appropriate response or the allergic symptoms worsen then you need to consider visiting your doctor as soon as possible.
I hope this helps
The allergic response to any particular agent can potentially increase with continued exposure.
You need to take an oral antihistamine as soon as possible. Examples are benadryl, zyrtec, allegra, claritine.
These are available over the counter.
If you not not have an appropriate response or the allergic symptoms worsen then you need to consider visiting your doctor as soon as possible.
I hope this helps
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