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LesliePillmore

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Yellow Jacket Sting Posted: 10-18-06 11:45am


I was stung by a yellow jacket about three weeks ago. The actual sting spot is still raised, although basically healed, and itches like crazy! I have had some other problems and wonder if they could be related. My glands in my neck are very swollen and tender, I have had my arms break out in welt-like bumps while out for a walk. My arms were exposed and it was kind of cold out, they got very red and felt hot on the inside then came the bumps, but only where the wind was hitting them. The most recent problem is that my upper lip has swollen to 3 times it's normal size (looks like the poster for why you should not get plastic surgery! :d) I am at a loss for what to do here!

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Get Medical Attention! Posted: 10-18-06 12:18pm


Hi, if I were you, i'd go to the doctor or er as asap......I am highly allergic to bees, wasp, yellow jackets etc and have to have a redipen available anytime I get stung. What you are describing sounds to me like you are having an allergic reaction to this sting. The stinger is still inside therefore causing the itching like mad. Some people are so highly allergic to stings it can cause death. Not trying to frighten you, just want you to be aware this could be something that needs attention now! Hope this helps!

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