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: 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. In this article, we discuss the causes, symptoms, and treatment of bee sting allergies and how to avoid getting stung during the summer months. How common are bee sting allergies? Share on Pinterest
In most cases, a bee sting will cause only a mild reaction. According to the Journal of Asthma and Allergy
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, approximately 5 to 7.5 percent of people will experience a severe allergic reaction to insect stings in their lifetimes. In beekeepers, this risk rises to 32 percent.