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Q: What cause irritation and swelling after bee a sting?
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How much is excessive swelling for a bee sting?

well i know how to fix swelling of a bee sting mix some baking soda with water a little then rub it on the bee sting


Is it okay to shower with a bee sting?

When a person gets stung by a bee, it is ok to shower as they normally do. Even so, they should be careful not to scrub the area of the sting too strongly, which may cause further irritation.


What causes swelling dizziness and nausea?

Swelling dizziness and nausea can come from a allergic reaction like a bee sting.


Is a red mark after a bee sting a physical change?

One of the components of bee venom cause a small amount of bleeding into the tissures around the sting site. Another induces a histamine response which causes local swelling and an increase of blood flow in the area.


Does the sting of bee cause death?

Not in humans.


What happens if a bee attacks a rabbit?

If a bee stings a rabbit, the rabbit will experience pain and swelling in the area of the sting but will usually survive.


What acid is injected into our body by a bee sting that cause pain?

The bee sting venom is a complex mixture of proteins etc. and is not acid.


Why are bee stings acidic?

The acid in a bee sting is formic acid, also known as methanoic acid. However, it is not really the acid that causes the pain. The most active ingredients in bee venom is melittin and apamin, both of which cause pain and swelling.


The swelling has bee there for 3 days from the wasp sting?

Usually the swelling lasts for a few days.


What should I do I popped my bee sting and there is still a big bump there?

The swelling usually subsides in two days.


What gives the worst sting?

I believe there is an African killer bee that can actually cause major swelling which can lead to death and they live disguised as normal bees waiting to strike on prey which could be you!


What if puss comes out of a bee sting?

If puss is coming out of a bee sting, clean the area with a diluted hydrogen peroxide solution, and ice the area if there is swelling. If there is redness surrounding the sting, see a physician as soon as possible. Antibiotics may be needed to treat an infection.