Question 1

do bee stings effect your bones or joints?

Accepted Answer

Possibly: The use of bee stings for reduction of arthritic joint pains is a folk remedy tradition and part of vedic and chinese traditional medicine, where it is called apitherapy. Trials of bee venom have not established any consistent pattern of relief, but anecdotal recommendations abound.

Question 2

i just notic a bone on the left side of my chest under the connection of the collarbone and manubrium. no pain, and i believe it came after bee stings?

Accepted Answer

Prominent cartilage?: May be a prominent costochondral cartilage.  The beesting was probably coincidental although there may be a small persistent scar over the area from a resolved bite reaction from the sting as another possibility.  Or there may be some other abnormality.  Best here to be examined by a doctor licensed in your area - this should be able to sort through the possibilities to make a diagnosis.  Good luc

Question 3

is joint pain common after a bee sting?

Accepted Answer

Yes: Joint pain can occur after a sting from a venomous insect.  Joint pain itself is not usually due to an allergic reaction but from an irritant reaction from the venom itself.  Ice applied to the sting site and the joint is helpful.

Question 4

can people be allergic to bee stings?

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Yes: Allergic reactions to beestings include hives, wheezing, throat swelling, and drop in blood pressure; these reactions can be life-threatening and need to be taken seriously. Any visible reaction on the skin that is not directly connected to the site of the sting is an allergic reaction. You should carry an epi-pen when outdoors, and should consult an allergist regarding desensitization.

Question 5

do bee stings normally itch afterwards?

Accepted Answer

Quite common - : Related to histamine release.

Question 6

what to do when bee stings and i'm allergic?

Accepted Answer

Your reaction???: Those with immediate reactions that include light headedness, dizziness, cramps, difficulty swallowing or breathing should carry an auto-injector device with Epinephrine for immediate use followed by a trip to the er. Desensitization therapy thru an allergist can reduce long term risk. If reaction is mild hives & local swelling, you can take benedryl & monitor the situation for changes.

Question 7

how much should it hurt when a bee stings you?

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Where stung occur.: Depends on where you are stung. The face and head cause to worst reacations.

Question 8

can a fetus be allergic bee stings?

Accepted Answer

No: But if the mother is allergic the fetus could be affected if she has allergic reaction during pregnancy.

Question 9

what to do with bee stings that are swelling too much?

Accepted Answer

Use EpiPEN, (epinephrine) go to ER: You may have no problem with this, but if you have an allergy or you think you do, my advice is to get to an er asap.  They will give you Epinephrine so you don't go into anaphylactic shock, which can close your airway and kill you.  After this episode is over, you might want to see your doctor and get an epipen, (epinephrine) which is a shot of Epinephrine you can give yourself quick if this happens again.

Question 10

can you be allergic to wasps stings but not other bee stings?

Accepted Answer

Yes: One can be allergic to wasp stings and not bee stings.

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