Presentation
Entire Body System
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Swelling
Some people experience swelling that extends beyond where they got stung, and this swelling can last for 2 to 3 days. These are all normal reactions. [centracare.com]
Symptoms of a potentially severe allergic reaction to an insect sting may include: Hives, itching, and swelling beyond the site of the sting Intense nausea or diarrhea, vomiting, and abdominal cramping Swelling of the tongue or throat and difficulty swallowing [jaxallergy.com]
Swelling, pain, or redness that is right around the sting site is a normal reaction. It typically goes away in 1-2 hours. This does not mean that you are allergic to insects. [chkd.org]
The swelling, if allergic, can be helped by the provision of an anti-histamine ointment as well as an ice pack. This is the typical response for all biting insects and many people have this common reaction. [en.wikipedia.org]
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Unconsciousness
[…] reaction to bee stings Hives Itchiness and swelling in areas away from the sting site Flushed skin Swelling of the tongue or difficulty swallowing Stomach cramping, vomiting, nausea or diarrhea Difficulty breathing Dizziness or a drop in blood pressure Unconsciousness [centracare.com]
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Physician
Please consult your child's physician with any questions or concerns you may have regarding a medical condition. Reviewed: 11/2018 [chkd.org]
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Falling
But bees can become particularly aggressive in the late summer and fall because they are preparing for winter and their food is in short supply. [centracare.com]
Gastrointestinal
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Vomiting
Hives- red, raised patches of skin that are very itchy Swelling of the face Feeling of tightness in the chest or throat Wheezing (sounds like a whistle sound in the chest) or trouble breathing Vomiting, diarrhea, or stomach pains Feeling dizzy or passing [chkd.org]
Symptoms of a systemic allergic reaction to bee stings Hives Itchiness and swelling in areas away from the sting site Flushed skin Swelling of the tongue or difficulty swallowing Stomach cramping, vomiting, nausea or diarrhea Difficulty breathing Dizziness [centracare.com]
Symptoms of a potentially severe allergic reaction to an insect sting may include: Hives, itching, and swelling beyond the site of the sting Intense nausea or diarrhea, vomiting, and abdominal cramping Swelling of the tongue or throat and difficulty swallowing [jaxallergy.com]
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Nausea
Symptoms of a systemic allergic reaction to bee stings Hives Itchiness and swelling in areas away from the sting site Flushed skin Swelling of the tongue or difficulty swallowing Stomach cramping, vomiting, nausea or diarrhea Difficulty breathing Dizziness [centracare.com]
Symptoms of a potentially severe allergic reaction to an insect sting may include: Hives, itching, and swelling beyond the site of the sting Intense nausea or diarrhea, vomiting, and abdominal cramping Swelling of the tongue or throat and difficulty swallowing [jaxallergy.com]
Skin
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Flushing
Symptoms of a systemic allergic reaction to bee stings Hives Itchiness and swelling in areas away from the sting site Flushed skin Swelling of the tongue or difficulty swallowing Stomach cramping, vomiting, nausea or diarrhea Difficulty breathing Dizziness [centracare.com]
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Insect Bite
Potentially life-threatening reactions occur in 3% of adults and 0.4–0.8% of children. [5] Prevention [ edit ] A 2012 meta-analysis found that venom immunotherapy is an effective prophylactic treatment against insect bite and sting allergic reactions, [en.wikipedia.org]
Psychiatrical
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Fear
These reactions, including anaphylaxis, can be severe and fatal even upon first exposure. 1 Systemic reactions occur in only about 1% of children, compared with around 3% of adults. 1 For those allergic to insect venom, the fear of a sting or bite has [thermofisher.com]
Such reactions can be fatal, albeit very rarely, and fear of a further systemic reaction (SR) can lead to significant anxiety and quality of life impairment. [mendeley.com]
Neurologic
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Dizziness
Anyone who experiences difficulty breathing, problems swallowing, dizziness or a loss of consciousness should get immediate medical help. If a child gets hives and swelling after getting stung – it’s generally not considered serious. [centracare.com]
Hives- red, raised patches of skin that are very itchy Swelling of the face Feeling of tightness in the chest or throat Wheezing (sounds like a whistle sound in the chest) or trouble breathing Vomiting, diarrhea, or stomach pains Feeling dizzy or passing [chkd.org]
Treatment
A proper diagnosis and treatment plan can help ensure a fun and safe summer. [jaxallergy.com]
A recent Cochrane systematic review confirmed that venom immunotherapy (VIT) is an effective treatment for people who have had a systemic allergic reaction to an insect sting. [mendeley.com]
Potentially life-threatening reactions occur in 3% of adults and 0.4–0.8% of children. [5] Prevention [ edit ] A 2012 meta-analysis found that venom immunotherapy is an effective prophylactic treatment against insect bite and sting allergic reactions, [en.wikipedia.org]
Individual treatment for idiopathic anaphylaxis depends on the frequency and severity of the reactions. [foodallergycanada.ca]
Epidemiology
Epidemiology of allergy to insect venoms and stings. Allergy Proc 1989;10:103-7 [en.wikipedia.org]
Prevention
How Can I Prevent Insect Stings? The best way to prevent stings is to avoid bees, fire ants, wasps, hornets, and yellow jackets during the summer. Try not to look or smell like a flower when spending time outdoors. [jaxallergy.com]
"Venom immunotherapy for preventing allergic reactions to insect stings". Cochrane Database of Systematic Reviews. 10 : CD008838. doi : 10.1002/14651858.CD008838.pub2. ISSN 1465-1858. PMID 23076950. Golden DBK. [en.wikipedia.org]
However, health economic analysis showed that VIT is generally not cost effective for preventing future SRs; most people are stung infrequently, most SRs resolve without long-term consequences, and a fatal outcome is extremely rare. [mendeley.com]
Quick Facts People who are allergic to insect stings can speak to an allergist to find out if they can benefit from venom immunotherapy, a highly effective treatment for preventing future allergic reactions to insect stings. [foodallergycanada.ca]