How long effects from a bee sting last?

Usually an hr or few: But sometimes the swelling and itching can last many hrs.Most people who are stung by bees just get a red, swollen iitchy "bump" in the area...Washing it right away..Using ice...Applying cortisone cream & taking an antihistamine usually provides relief. If you have bee sting allergy you can have more serious symptoms(hives all over, asthma, trouble breathing etc) if you have these see allergist.

Few hrs usually: But occasionally for many hrs.Most people who are stung by bees just get a red, swollen iitchy "bump" in the area...Washing it right away..Using ice...Applying cortisone cream and taking an antihistamine usually provides relief. If you have bee sting allergy you can have more serious symptoms(hives all over, asthma, trouble breathing etc..) if you have these see an allergist asap.

A few days: 1-5 days. If they last much longer, are associated with increasing swelling, redness, tenderness and heat or fever, call your physician for instructions.