What to do for quick swelling reduction and pain relief after being stung by a wasp
Disease description:
My son was stung by a hornet and has developed a large swelling. What can I do to quickly reduce the swelling and relieve the pain?
Doctor's answer (1)
Dr. Wang Mingxuan
To quickly reduce swelling and relieve pain after being stung by a hornet, you can clean the wound with soapy water, apply a cold compress, or take medication. Washing the wound with soapy water helps neutralize the venom and alleviate swelling and pain. You can also wrap an ice pack in a towel and apply it to the swollen area to reduce fluid leakage from tissues and ease swelling and discomfort. If symptoms are severe, antiallergic medications such as loratadine or cetirizine may be taken under a doctor's guidance.
