Title: Bee Sting Allergy Reactions - Are You Allergic to Bee Stings?
Headings: How a Bee Sting Allergy Can Cause Life-Threatening Symptoms, According to a Doctor
How a Bee Sting Allergy Can Cause Life-Threatening Symptoms, According to a Doctor
If you experience extreme swelling or difficulty breathing, call 911 right away.
Back up: What is a bee sting allergy?
What are the symptoms of a bee sting allergic reaction?
How to tell if you have a bee sting allergy
So, you’re allergic to bees and suffer a sting—what should you do?

Content: You can get some redness, swelling, and itching ,” as well as a white dot around where the stinger punctured your skin. Although this reaction should be monitored closely, it likely won’t become life-threatening. “But there’s another type of reaction, which is called a systemic reaction,” Dr. Wright says. Systemic reactions are more severe and can lead to hives, an upset stomach, and dizziness. While these symptoms may not feel like a big deal at first, they are a sign of a more serious allergy, and can easily spiral into anaphylactic shock—the most severe type of allergic reaction—which causes a sudden drop in blood pressure. If you experience any difficulty breathing, tightness in the chest or throat, or swelling anywhere other than the site of the sting, it’s “a true medical emergency,” according to the National Capital Poison Center. Anaphylaxis happens quickly, within minutes to an hour after the sting, and you should call 911 immediately if you experience any of these symptoms. Remember: Not every person with a bee sting allergy will experience anaphylaxis when they’re stung, but it’s better to err on the side of caution. If you or someone with you experiences any worrisome symptoms after being stung, it’s crucial that you call for help ASAP.