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Suggest Treatment For Bee Stings On Body
Question: I got stung by bees while walking this morning. Maybe 10-12 stings. Only symptom I have is a elevated pulse rate--104, bp = 138/90. took two Benadryl. anything else I should do. Having no trouble swallowing, just feel a bit anxious.
Brief Answer:
nothing more to do right now
Detailed Answer:
Hello,
if you're allergic to bees then having an adrenaline shot with you would be recommended. The more serious allergic reactions usually occur very soon (within minutes). You're safer as time passes from the event.
If you got stung a few hours ago, then you're probably safe regarding a serious allergic reaction. You should expect local reactions though on the sites of the stings. If the stings are visible you should remove them.
Symptoms and signs of serious allergic reaction may include:
- faintness
- hoarseness
- shortness of breath
- wheezing
- vomiting
Other symptoms are possible but that aforementioned usually accompany the most serious reactions.
I hope you find my comments helpful!
You can contact me again, if you'd like any clarification or further information.
Kind Regards!
nothing more to do right now
Detailed Answer:
Hello,
if you're allergic to bees then having an adrenaline shot with you would be recommended. The more serious allergic reactions usually occur very soon (within minutes). You're safer as time passes from the event.
If you got stung a few hours ago, then you're probably safe regarding a serious allergic reaction. You should expect local reactions though on the sites of the stings. If the stings are visible you should remove them.
Symptoms and signs of serious allergic reaction may include:
- faintness
- hoarseness
- shortness of breath
- wheezing
- vomiting
Other symptoms are possible but that aforementioned usually accompany the most serious reactions.
I hope you find my comments helpful!
You can contact me again, if you'd like any clarification or further information.
Kind Regards!
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