FreeMD® Bee Stings: Symptoms

Bee Stings

Symptoms

Symptoms

Symptoms of bee, wasp or hornet stings include:

Swelling around the sting site
Redness around the sting site
Pain around the sting site

Symptoms of a mild allergic reaction include:

Worsening swelling around the sting site
Itching
Hives

Symptoms of a severe allergic reaction include:

Difficulty breathing
Fainting
Severe hives
Severe itching
Severe weakness
Swelling of the mouth, neck or face
Wheezing

Related Topics:

Allergic reactions
Bee sting allergy
Insect bites and stings

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Last Updated: Mar 28, 2007 References

Authors: Stephen J. Schueler, MD; John H. Beckett, MD; D. Scott Gettings, MD

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