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Wasp Sting
Wasp Sting (Overview)
Penetration of wasp's stinger into flesh. Marked pain & significant itching may be experienced for 1 to 2 hours. Lesser pain / tenderness can take several days to resolve. Swelling may continue to ^ after 24 hours. Swelling usually resolves within a week with redness lasting around 3 days.
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How can scorpion venom compare to bee sting venom?
Type of Scorpion: That totally depends on the type of scorpion. Most of the scorpions in the us aren't too bad - but the bark scorpion is. Some scorpions outside of the us are very venomous. A single bee's venous isn't bad unless you are allergic to it. ...Read more
Wasp Sting (Overview)
Penetration of wasp's stinger into flesh. Marked pain & significant itching may be experienced for 1 to 2 hours. Lesser pain / tenderness can take several days to resolve. Swelling may continue to ^ after 24 hours. Swelling usually resolves within a week with redness lasting around 3 days.
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Do bee stings normally itch afterwards?
Yes: That can bee normal. Sorry for the play on words. ...Read more
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Treating Bee Stings (Checklist)
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Do bee stings cause lymphedema?
No: A bee sting on the problem leg could cause additional swelling but is not a primary cause of lymphedema. ...Read more
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Could it happen that a bee sting neutralize a wasp sting?
I don't think so: I have not heard of that. But i would not try to temp a bee to sting me just to test it out. Both cause a release of histamines - so you are likely just to develop more of an reaction. ...Read more
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How come my bee sting itch?
Because the : Body can release histamines.
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Wasp sting that has redneas and swelling?
Wasp sting: Sorry to hear and know it really hurts. Apply cold compress and call you Dr. office for advice. They know you best. ...Read more
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Bug sting in throat?
Hmm: Never seen it, but possible i guess?! go get an ENT evaluation! ...Read more
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Bee stings cause blisters on feet?
It's possible: It's possible that bee stings cause blister on feet, particularly if you are stung there and have a severe reaction to them. It also can be secondary to a more serious condition of anaphylaxis (severe allergic reaction). ...Read more
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Is bee sting on tongue dangerous?
It could be : Dangerous if there is significant swelling of the tongue or surrounding air way. If this occurred it could prevent a person from breathing. For throat, airway, mouth swelling or any difficulty breathing >call 911! ...Read more
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Does wasp hurt or sting bad?
Yes: Being stung is painful. Some insects hurt more than others. The last time i was stung by a yellow jacket it hurt for about 3 days. If you are not allergic to the insect sting you should not have any physical distress or have any lasting problems. ...Read more
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Tingly hands after a bee sting?
It can happen if you: Hyperventilate. Remove stinger by scraping along edge of skin w credit card. Clean area w 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 apply a meat tenderizer poultice to the area. Throat, airway, mouth swelling? Call 911. ...Read more
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When after a bee sting can anaphylaxis occur?
Minutes usually: Reactions to insect stings and foods typically occur within minutes to an hour or so after the actual exposure (sting or eating the food). For reactions that happen many hours or days later, it is very unlikely that it was caused by exposure to that allergen. See an allergist if you have additional questions or concerns. ...Read more
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What works against swelling from bee sting?
How to:: Remove stinger by scraping along edge of skin with a credit card. Clean with soap & warm water. Apply ice in 10 minute. Increments; alternating 10 on & 10 off. 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 or tongue swelling – call 911. ...Read more
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If my skin blisters from a bee sting, does it mean i'm allergic to bee stings?
No: Allergic reactions to bee stings are characterized by symptoms away from the site of the sting. If all of the reaction to a sting - blisters, swelling, redness - are all directly connected to the site of the sting, it's a large local reaction. If you get stung on the foot and get hives on your arms, or your throat swells or you start to wheeze - those are allergic reactions. See an allergist. ...Read more
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What causes baking soda to relieve itches from wasp stings?
Sodium bicarbonate (sodium bicarbonate): Baking soda is sodium bicarbonate. It neutralizes the bee's venom. ...Read more
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Does itching come with swelling after a wasp sting?
Yes: Topical steroid ointment such as hydrocortisone should help reduce itching. ...Read more
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Is a bee sting supposed to itch days after the sting?
Yes: Yes, it can itch for a few days. ...Read more
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What hurts worse, a yellow jacket, bumble bee, or wasp?
The yellow jacket is: A wasp (not a bee). The bumblebee ; the yellow jacket both lack barbs on their stingers - so they can sting repeatedly. One difference is that the yellow jacket is very aggressive. A bumblebee usually only stings if you harm it or if it is protecting it's nest. The yellow jacket can both sting and bite ! when the female yellow jacket strikes, it releases a pheromone that signals other yellow. ...Read more
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Stings (Definition)
Stings can come from different sources. Insect stings such as a honey bee is one of the most familiar. Sting by fish in water is another common experience many of ...Read more
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