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Honey Bee Allergies |
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Allergies: Allergies caused by insect stings are very common in almost every part of the world, but it should be kept in mind that insect stings generally do not cause allergic reactions on the very first time. If a person is stung more than once, allergic reactions might be noticed after the second or third occasion. Bees and wasps can cause allergies by their stings. Honey Bee Allergies or allergies caused by honey bee often give rise to irritation, and at times, if left unheeded, can be fatal too. In various parts of the world, it has been noted that many people are very much allergic to insect venom. Often deaths caused by insect venom are diagnosed as sunstrokes or heart attacks by mistake. Deaths caused by insect venom outnumber deaths caused by spider venom or snake bites. Human sensitivity to insect stings is a confirmed fact. Contrary to other allergies, honey bee allergies and other insect allergies can disrupt breathing and circulatory systems. This is known as anaphylactic shock.
Symptoms of Honey Bee Allergies: “Local” reaction associated with pain, redness, itching and swelling is usually noticed for honey bee allergies. When the allergic reaction spreads quickly to other sites apart from the site of the sting, or the victim suffers from breathing problems or choking, the victim is said to be experiencing anaphylaxis or “systemic” allergic reaction needing immediate medical treatment. Emergency medical treatment is required if a person is stung on the hand and swelling occurs on the face and nettle rashes break out on other parts of the person's body. Normally, the reaction stays for a few hours, however, large local reaction may last for days. Severe allergic reaction gives rise to symptoms like difficulty in breathing or swallowing, wheezing, sharp drop in blood pressure, gruff speech, darkened skin and unconsciousness.
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Fatal reaction often caused death within a period of 30 minutes to 5 minutes. Honey bee allergies can really be a cause of concern.
Treatment and prevention: As every individual is different and can react to honey bee allergies differently, treatment can differ too. Those who are susceptible to honey bee allergies, should spray picnic, patio and other areas with sprays. For normal reaction sting treatment, one can use baking soda, ice, meat tenderizer, topical steroids, local anesthetics, etc. For those who are highly sensitive should have the emergency kit within reach and should easily access the physician when needed.
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