Title: Bee Sting Allergy: Symptoms of Anaphylaxis
Headings: Bee Sting Allergy: Symptoms of Anaphylaxis
Bee Sting Allergy: Symptoms of Anaphylaxis
What causes a bee sting allergy?
What are the symptoms of bee sting allergy?
Who is at risk for bee sting allergy?
When to seek help
First aid: Treating bee stings at home
Medical treatment
Bee sting prevention

Content: Certain people are at a higher risk for bee sting allergy than others. Risk factors include: living in an area near active beehives
living in an area where bees are actively pollinating plants
spending lots of time outside
having had a previous allergic reaction to a bee sting
taking certain medications, such as beta-blockers
Adults are more likely to have serious reactions to bee stings than children. If you have a known allergy to bee, wasp, or yellow jacket venom, you should carry a bee sting kit with you when you’re spending time outdoors. This contains a medication called epinephrine, which treats anaphylaxis — a severe allergic reaction that could make breathing difficult. When to seek help
Most people who’ve been stung by a bee don’t require medical attention. You should monitor any minor symptoms, such as mild swelling and itching. If those symptoms don’t go away in a few days or if you begin to experience more severe symptoms, call your doctor. If you’re experiencing symptoms of anaphylaxis, such as trouble breathing or difficulty swallowing, call 911. You should also seek medical help if you have a known allergy to bee stings or if you have had multiple bee stings.