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I was bitten by a hornet in my hand about 10 minutes ago, ...

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I was bitten by a hornet in my hand about 10 minutes ago, it is now swelling up and the color of my hand is getting redder. What should I do?

 

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Take a benedryl immediately, apply ice to the area of sting and if the swelling should worsen or if you have difficulty breathing, CALl 911....DO NOT WAIT!

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Edited by camyrose8 on August 15 2006 at 1:40 PM

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