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What Causes Painful Red Bruise On The Arm After Being Stung By A Wasp?

My husband thinks he was stung by a yellow jacket or red wasp !ast night around 10:30 PM. on his left bicep inside closer to his elbow. From mid bicep to mid forearm it is red and feels hard he says it hurts like a big time muscle ache. in that area where he got stung at It is hot when I touch it.
Thu, 27 Feb 2020
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Hello,

Inflammation and reaction, swelling and pain is due to insect bite. Inflammation sign is red bruising. Apply antihistamine and steroid cream.

Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.

Regards,
Dr. C. Elanchezhian, General & Family Physician
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What Causes Painful Red Bruise On The Arm After Being Stung By A Wasp?

Hello, Inflammation and reaction, swelling and pain is due to insect bite. Inflammation sign is red bruising. Apply antihistamine and steroid cream. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Regards, Dr. C. Elanchezhian, General & Family Physician