BEE and WASP STINGS

NOTE:  If the patient is having a severe reaction, s/he should be transported to the hospital emergency room immediately.

Is the patient allergic to bee stings?
Are you having trouble breathing?
Is the patient fainting or having severe dizziness?


ACTIVITIES:  (If you were stung by a honey bee, remove the stinger as soon as possible.) Wash the area of the sting with soap and water. Apply a cold compress. Keep the area clean.

MEDICATIONS:  Aspirin or Motrin or Tylenol will help pain.  Calamine Lotion will relieve itching.  Oral Benadryl will help swelling and itching.

DIET:  You may eat anything you desire.

CONTACT YOUR DOCTOR FOR ANY OF THE FOLLOWING:

1. You have trouble breathing or passing out.
2. There is no improvement by tomorrow.
3. Any infection develops.


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This page was last updated on 1 November 1999.