I just got stung by a wasp, I believe, on the inner corner of my lower left eyelid, about 3 minutes ago. I'm not a allergic but is there something I can do to keep the swelling down so I don't look like the Elephant Man tomorrow?

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answer:Aw! Nothing as far as I know. It’s been years since I’ve been stung, but it seems to me the swelling only lasts for a few hours. Poor baby!

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