What Should I Do If My Child is Stung by a Bee?

Lisa Kertz, a nurse practitioner, is back on another episode of MomDocs to discuss what a parent should do after their child is stung by a bee. Most kids are not allergic to bee stings, but oral and topical antihistamines can be helpful to reduce swelling.

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