Title: Bee sting allergy: Symptoms, causes, and treatment
Headings: What to know about bee sting allergies
What to know about bee sting allergies
How common are bee sting allergies?
Causes of the allergic reaction
How do I know if I am allergic to bee stings?
Symptoms
Mild reaction
Moderate allergic reaction
Severe allergic reaction
Treatment for bee sting allergies
Treating a mild to moderate reaction
Treating a severe reaction
Long-term treatment
Preventing bee sting allergies
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Content: Bee sting allergy: Symptoms, causes, and treatment
What to know about bee sting allergies
Written by Charlotte Lillis on June 9, 2018
Are they common? Causes
Diagnosis
Symptoms
Treatments
Prevention
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In March 2020, the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) released a safety alert
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to warn the public that epinephrine auto-injectors (EpiPen, EpiPen Jr., and generic forms) may malfunction. This could prevent a person from receiving potentially life saving treatment during an emergency. If a person has a prescription for an epinephrine auto-injector, they can view the recommendations from the manufacturer here
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and talk with their healthcare provider about safe usage. People with a bee sting allergy often worry about spending time outdoors in the summer months. People who have never been stung may fear that they could be allergic. For most people, a bee sting only produces temporary pain and irritation at the site of the sting. For others, bee stings cause an allergic reaction that can range from mild to severe. In extreme cases, a bee sting can cause life-threatening anaphylaxis.