Although many different types of insects in the United States are able to inflict a poisonous bite or sting (meaning they are venomous), the insects most likely to cause medical problems are bees (including the domestic honey bee, its Africanized "killer bee" race, and the bumble bee), was...
Bee stings are very common. They can be uncomfortable but in the majority of cases are not serious. They cause sharp pain, redness, swelling and itching on skin at the site of sting that can be well managed by home treatment. This home treatment mainly includes quick removal of stinger, w...
There's no need to test for a sting allergy if you've never had a reaction. However, allergies can be inherited. If you're allergic to bee stings, be aware that your child might also have a reaction if stung. Bee sting kits.Carrying a bee sting kit can reduce your risk of a serio...
Remove any tight-fitting jewelry from the area of the sting. As it swells, rings or bracelets might be difficult to remove. 3. Treat Symptoms For pain, take an over-the-counter painkiller likeacetaminophenoribuprofen. Do not giveaspirinto anyone under age 19. For itchiness, take anantihistami...
Frankland bee-sting sensitivity (i.e. bee-protein sensitivity) is only a single facet of a general allergic condition. This article, based on part of a lecture given at the B.R.A. Conference in Sittingbourne last July, describes in simple language the effects of bee stings and the ...
Sting-Kill Disposable Swabs Rub on the relief. Sting-Kill swabs are so quick and easy to use, you might forget you even got stung. If the source of your pain and itch is a bee sting, take care to remove the stinger before applying Sting-Kill. For all other bug bites and stings, in...
Bee and bee products allergy in Turkish beekeepers: determination of risk factors for systemic reactions. Bee sting treatmentThe prevalence of allergic reactions due to bee stings in beekeepers varies in different regions of the world. The aim of this study ... S Celikel,G Karakaya,N ...
Local reactionsare the most common type of reaction to a bee or wasp sting. Symptoms include pain, swelling, warmth, and redness at the site of the sting.Itchingmay also be present. These symptoms begin immediately following the sting and often last for only a few hours. Depending upon the...
Always check with your vet that any allergies aren’t causing your dog more serious issues, but if this isn’t the case, Benadryl is commonly recommended for this reason. Bee Stings and Insect Bites If your dog is not having a severe reaction to a sting or bite, Benadryl can be used ...
Taking the sting out of summer: A look at bee allergy and its treatment Asthma Magazine Volume 8, Issue 3, May–June 2003, Pages 22-24 Purchase options CorporateFor R&D professionals working in corporate organizations. Academic and personalFor academic or personal use only. ...