Ways To Treat A Wasp Sting

Apply A Cool Compress

Inflammation is one of the body’s natural reactions to injury. In most cases, there will be swelling around the site of the wasp sting. If someone has been stung, they can apply a cool compress or an ice pack to minimize the swelling. The application of something cold can also lessen the pain by numbing the affected area while the wasp sting venom is still irritating the skin. A cool compress can be applied for ten to twenty minutes each hour until the effects of the stings have worn off. Especially if using ice, it is important to remove the compress periodically to avoid cold damage to the skin.

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