Title: Bee Stings, BeeSpotter, University of Illinois
Headings: Bee Stings
Bee Stings
Bee Stings
Why and How do Bees Sting?
Video of a Bee Sting
Why Do Bee Stings Hurt?
How to Prevent Stings
Although attacks are rare, certain precautions should be taken around a bee hive:
If you are attacked by multiple bees:
Bee Sting Treatment
Sting Allergies
Apitherapy
References and Further Reading

Content: The males of this group often fly up to people but lack any stinger with which to inflict pain. Females  can sting but rarely do so unless they are handled or aggravated. Bee Sting Treatment
A honey bee can sting only once and the stinger with the venom sac is detached from the  bee’s body. The venom sac continues to pump venom through the sting into the  wound. This is why it is important to remove the stinger as quickly as possible to  decrease the dose of venom injected. There are many different ideas as to how to remove  the stinger to limit the amount of venom received but it is common practice to scrape off the  stinger instead of pulling it out because squeezing the sac to pull it out might push the  remaining venom into the wound. There are many medical and home remedies that people use to treat stings but the best  course of action is just plain ice You can also take an antihistamine to reduce the swelling and a painkiller to dull the ache. Symptoms of bee stings include: swelling, reddening of skin, itching, and a dull ache  and pain in the area. These symptoms will subside within a few days, but if they do  not subside or if they worsen seek medical attention.