Question 1

do i have a bee sting infection? been 3 days and still itches a lot. is turning purple and sting site is whiteish and slightly raised. also warmer.

Accepted Answer

Bell venom allergy: It's much more likely that you're allergic to the venom the bee injected into you. Itching is a hallmark of allergy - and if the area is inflamed like that, it's probably all allergy. I would try putting some ice on it (10 min on, 10 min off), take some benadryl or other antihistamine every 6 to 8 hours and see what happens. If you develop a fever, or the rash area extends, you need to show a doc.

Question 2

approximatey 3 weeks ago i was stung on the inside of my elbow (in the bend) by what appeared to be a sweat bee.  i immediately applied alcohol to the sting.  it has itched in that area every day since the sting and i apply alcohol each time it itches.  yesterday a cluster of 12-15 small bumps appeared in the area of the sting.  i am looking for advice on how to treat the area as it itches also.  thank you.

rash possibly related to sweat bee sting?

Accepted Answer

See dermatologist: It might be infected. See dermatologist for either tx of the allergic nature of the sting or a secondary infection.

Question 3

what causes a bee sting to stop itching?

Accepted Answer

Remedies: Remove stinger by scraping along edge of skin with credit card.  Clean area with soap & warm water.  Apply ice in 10 min. Increments; alternating 10 on & 10 off.   You can take tylenol, (acetaminophen) Aspirin or Motrin for pain or Benadryl for swelling.  Make a paste of 2 parts baking soda & 1 part water & apply.   Or you can apply a meat tenderizer poultice to the area. Throat, airway, mouth swelling? Call 911!

Question 4

how do you stop the swelling and itching of a honey bee sting on your arm?

Accepted Answer

Ice: Ice and probably benadryl (diphenhydramine).

Question 5

what can be done to cure an itching bee sting?

Accepted Answer

Home tips: Remove stinger by scraping along edge of skin with credit card.  Clean area with soap & warm water.  Apply ice in 10 min. Increments; alternating 10 on & 10 off.   You can take tylenol, (acetaminophen) Aspirin or Motrin for pain or Benadryl for swelling.  Make a paste of 2 parts baking soda & 1 part water & apply.   Or you can apply a meat tenderizer poultice to the area. Throat, airway, mouth swelling? Call 911!

Question 6

what are good remedies for bee sting to relieve itching?

Accepted Answer

Remedies: Remove stinger by scraping along edge of skin with credit card.  Clean area with soap & warm water.  Apply ice in 10 min. Increments; alternating 10 on & 10 off.   You can take tylenol, (acetaminophen) Aspirin or Motrin for pain or Benadryl for swelling.  Make a paste of 2 parts baking soda & 1 part water & apply.   Or you can apply a meat tenderizer poultice to the area. Throat, airway, mouth swelling? Call 911!

Question 7

bee sting still itching badly after 8 days. no visible stinger left. no signs of infection.  what should i do?

Accepted Answer

try...: An antihistamine for a couple of days, +/- a topical steroid cream. Avoid hot baths/showers.

Question 8

why swelling and itching so much after a honey-bee sting?

Accepted Answer

Histamine: The injury causes histamine to be released into the skin as well as other chemicals.

Question 9

i have a bee sting on my bottom of my foot and it itching a lot it red all around it what do i do?

Accepted Answer

Cortisone cream: try applying cortisone cream to the area up to 4x daily if necessary. If there is pus, you may need a topical or oral abx.  Antihistamine may help but likely does little at this stage

Question 10

how do you know if you have to go to the doctors after a bee sting after 6 hours has passed. foot is swelling, itching and painful?

Accepted Answer

Try: Taking otc antihistamine like Benadryl (diphenhydramine) and if still swollen see your doctor. Sounds like allergic reaction.

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What causes a bee sting to stop itching?

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How do you stop the swelling and itching of a honey bee sting on your arm?

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What are good remedies for bee sting to relieve itching?

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Bee sting still itching badly after 8 days. no visible stinger left. no signs of infection. what should i do?

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Why swelling and itching so much after a honey-bee sting?

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I have a bee sting on my bottom of my foot and it itching a lot it red all around it what do i do?

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How do you know if you have to go to the doctors after a bee sting after 6 hours has passed. foot is swelling, itching and painful?

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