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A bee sting, although it sounds dangerous, usually does not pose a threat to the health or life of a stung person. An allergic reaction occurs on average in 5 out of 100 people who are stung. What should I know about a bee sting and how to recognize the symptoms? How to help a person who has been stung by a bee? How to proceed in the case of a person allergic to bee venom?
Bee sting – basic information
A bee sting can pose a health risk to a stung person, although this mainly affects people allergic to bee venom. It’s good to know that only female bees can stingbecause males do not have a sting. Additionally, only workers can sting, because for queen bees the sting is only a weapon to fight with other mothers. A worker bee’s sting is approximately 2,5 mm long and is located at the end of its abdomen. Right at the base of the sting there is also a reservoir in which bee venom is stored.
During a bee sting, the sting remains in the stung’s body. It happens because bee sting it is equipped with hair-like protrusions that trap the sting in the body as the bee flies away. It should be remembered that a sting stuck in the skin should not be pulled out vigorously. This can cause the entire contents of the venom in the bag to be squeezed out into the body. To safely get rid of the sting, you need to gently pry it with a sanitized needle and then scrape it out, for example with a nail file. After removing the sting, you can proceed to relieve the symptoms of the sting.
You can also try the Tick Remover – TAP OUT OUT, which works on the principle of a suction pump. Buy it now on Medonet Market.
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Symptoms after a bee sting
The symptoms of a bee sting do not differ much from the symptoms of other insects. Assuming, of course no allergy to bee venom. The skin at the site of the sting is red and there is swelling. These symptoms are also accompanied by burning and itching. Usually, symptoms of a sting pass within hours, but there are various home remedies that can be used to alleviate them.
The situation looks more serious, if a bee stings a person who is allergic to bee venom. The most common symptoms then include:
- in the first stage: hives, itching, general malaise;
- XNUMXnd stage: swelling, chest tightness, abdominal pain, diarrhea, nausea, vomiting and dizziness;
- in the third stage: dyspnea and larynx;
- in the fourth degree: anaphylactic shock and cyanosis.
Bee sting – first aid
The first step after being stung by a bee is to remove its sting. To do this, use the Anti-Tick Venom Removal Tool or the Unstinger Venom Removal Vacuum Pump. You can find both devices at a favorable price on the Medonet Market.
If you are stung by someone who is not allergic to bee venom, home remedies are very helpful in relieving symptoms. Among them you can try:
- washing the stung area with soap and water or another disinfectant;
- a cold compress, e.g. made of ice wrapped in a cloth;
- a mixture of baking soda and water to neutralize formic acid;
- garlic grated on a grater or passed through a press will reduce redness and itching;
- an onion slice placed on the sting site will bring relief;
- a mixture of ammonia and water will reduce acidity and eliminate all symptoms.
For stings, try Propolia BeeYes BIO soothing propolis oil for stings and burns, which you can buy at an attractive price on Medonet Market.
An allergy to bee venom or severe symptoms following a bite are grounds for urgent medical attention.
Bee sting and venom allergy
If you are stung by a person who is aware of a venom allergy, see a doctor or the nearest emergency department as soon as possible. You should not wait for the first symptoms to appear as this could lead to anaphylactic shock. It should also be remembered that adrenaline, hydrocortisone and antihistamines should be contained in the home medicine cabinet of a person allergic to bee venom.
If you have symptoms of bee venom allergy, you may want to do a blood allergy test. We offer the one available on Medonet Market at an attractive price.
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