2006-08-30 08:58:38 · 16 answers · asked by Anonymous in Health ➔ General Health Care ➔ First Aid
Nice try .....God knows, but
It has already been 2 days, he should take 50 mg of benadryl (NOT Chlorpheniramine) and go to the doctor ASAP! You didn't state his age, condition, general health level etc. But take him to a doctor now, even if you have to go to an emergency room. He is showing systemic complications, topical creams and pastes won't help him now.
If you apply a paste to the sting (it's really too late for this, but for future reference) use Accent (meat tenderizer) INSTEAD of baking soda.
2006-08-30 09:19:22 · answer #1 · answered by Robert b 4 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Time and antihistamines.
I got stung by a wasp working in the yard about two months ago, and it was about a week before I could really use my hand again (I had grabbed the wasp accidentally in a hand full of plant cuttings). They can really sting deep, much worse than a bee sting.
If he is swollen up over a large area (more than 2 inches across) he is probably having an allergic reaction, so antihistamines may help.
Cold compresses or ice packs will help take the swelling down, but only temporarily.
If it doesn't get better after 3 or 4 days, he should see a doctor -- there may be a part of the stinger lodged in him causing an infection.
2006-08-30 16:04:24 · answer #2 · answered by Mustela Frenata 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
mild reactions:
Scrape or brush off the stinger with a straight-edged object, such as a credit card or the back of a knife. Wash the affected area with soap and water. Don't try to pull out the stinger; doing so may release more venom.
To reduce pain and swelling, apply a cold pack or cloth filled with ice.
Apply 0.5 percent or 1 percent hydrocortisone cream, calamine lotion or a baking soda paste — with a ratio of 3 teaspoons baking soda to 1 teaspoon water — to the bite or sting several times a day until your symptoms subside.
Take an antihistamine containing diphenhydramine (Benadryl, Tylenol Severe Allergy) or chlorpheniramine maleate (Chlor-Trimeton, Teldrin).
Allergic reactions may include mild nausea and intestinal cramps, diarrhea or swelling larger than 2 inches in diameter at the site. See your doctor promptly if you experience any of these signs and symptoms.
If it becomnes severe:
Severe reactions may progress rapidly. Dial 911 or call for emergency medical assistance if the following signs or symptoms occur:
Difficulty breathing
Swelling of your lips or throat
Faintness
Dizziness
Confusion
Rapid heartbeat
Hives
Nausea, cramps and vomiting
Take these actions immediately while waiting with an affected person for medical help:
2006-08-30 16:03:50 · answer #3 · answered by god knows and sees else Yahoo 6 · 2⤊ 0⤋
make sure that the stinger was removed, elevate legs, use ice for swelling. However if has lasted this long I would recommend visiting a Dr.. If he thinks that his face/tongue/or throat feels tingling or numb or has trouble swallowing call 911!!!!!
2006-08-30 23:39:49 · answer #4 · answered by Angy FFRTFC 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Cortizone shots from the doctor
2006-08-30 16:00:48 · answer #5 · answered by gel_is_now 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
If it's getting worse and not better he may have cellulitis and needs to see a doctor to get antibiotics.
2006-08-30 16:02:24 · answer #6 · answered by JW 4 · 1⤊ 0⤋
go to the doc that's a one
try to rub it with half of a piece of garlic it works but you should visit a doc
2006-08-30 16:02:41 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Keep his leg elevated and iced, and you can also put some aloe vera on it.
2006-08-30 16:01:07 · answer #8 · answered by Rawrrrr 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
RICE
Rest
Ice
Compression
Elevation
2006-08-30 19:24:46 · answer #9 · answered by Charles B 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Try some ice?
2006-08-30 16:05:26 · answer #10 · answered by Jamie 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋