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How Can A Wasp Sting Be Treated?

My daughter got stung by a wasp and a couple weeks later presented with A rash in her legs . Her GP gave her steroids and it returned several weeks later It looks very much like images of erythema multiforme images online . We don t know what to do ? Is this a concern ?
Mon, 16 Oct 2017
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Hi Dear,

Understanding your concern. As per your query your daughter have symptoms of rashes and redness caused by a wasp sting which seems to be due to allergic reaction and poisonous substance reaction which is leading to skin infection.

Need not to worry. I would suggest you to apply only petroleum jelly and take antihistamine like benadryl twice a day. Avoid touching or pricking rashes. Keep your skin clean and dry , protect it from sun. If condition doesn't get well then consult dermatologist for proper examination. Doctor may order certain test like skin patch test , blood test , allergy test and take history. Doctor may prescribe immunosuppressants along with anti inflammatory and corticosteroid ointment.

Hope your concern has been resolved.

Get Well Soon.

Best Wishes,
Dr. Harry Maheshwari
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How Can A Wasp Sting Be Treated?

Hi Dear, Understanding your concern. As per your query your daughter have symptoms of rashes and redness caused by a wasp sting which seems to be due to allergic reaction and poisonous substance reaction which is leading to skin infection. Need not to worry. I would suggest you to apply only petroleum jelly and take antihistamine like benadryl twice a day. Avoid touching or pricking rashes. Keep your skin clean and dry , protect it from sun. If condition doesn t get well then consult dermatologist for proper examination. Doctor may order certain test like skin patch test , blood test , allergy test and take history. Doctor may prescribe immunosuppressants along with anti inflammatory and corticosteroid ointment. Hope your concern has been resolved. Get Well Soon. Best Wishes, Dr. Harry Maheshwari