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It's a myth that you can cure a wasp or bee sting by neutralizing it. There are three reasons:
- To neutralize a chemical you have to add exactly the correct amount of the neutralizing chemical so they balance. This is not possible if you don't know exactly what you are neutralizing.
- The venom has been injected under the surface of the skin. Anything applied to the surface of the skin that is strong enough to reach the venom will almost certainly do more harm than good.
- Both bee and wasp venom are complex cocktails of substances, each of which has its own effect, and most of these cannot be countered by simple 'neutralization'.
Any abnormal symptoms such as nausea, faintness, or swelling away from the sting site require medical attention. Loss of consciousness or difficulty with breathing require immediate urgent medical care.
What else can I help you with?
What happens if you are giving the wrong anti-venom?
Using the wrong anti-venom can potentially lead to an allergic reaction or worsen the symptoms of the venomous bite or sting. It is important to properly identify the type of venom involved and use the appropriate anti-venom to effectively treat the toxicity. Consulting with a healthcare professional or poison control center is crucial if there is uncertainty about the type of venom or appropriate treatment.
Are black wasps deadly?
Bumble bee stings themselves are not poisonous. Many people have an allergic reaction and need medical help immediately. An allergic reaction includes swelling of the throat and tongue, vomiting, difficulty breathing, fainting, and anaphylactic shock. If no allergic reaction occurs, remove the stinger, ice and elevate the area of the sting, take over-the-counter pain relievers, and apply calamine lotion for the itch.
What type of water is used to rinse a sea animal sting?
Seawater
Do velvet ants sting that much?
Yes, velvet ants have a very potent sting that is said to be one of the most painful stings in the insect world. The sting contains powerful toxins that can cause intense pain, swelling, and redness at the site of the sting. It is best to avoid handling velvet ants to prevent getting stung.
How long does it take for the burn stop from a bee sting?
If the stinger is removed immediately then it should hurt for a few hours and may itch for a few days afterward. The longer the stinger is left in the longer it will take to heal. You should not scratch or rub the sting as this will delay healing time as well. If you haven't had a tetanus shot recently you might consider one, especially if you have been stung several times.
What is the term for a type of reaction in which an acid and a base react to produce salt and water?
The term for this type of reaction is a neutralization reaction. It involves the combination of an acid and a base to form a salt and water.
What type of reaction takes place when an acid mixes with a base?
This reaction is called neutralization.
In what type of reaction does an acid and base react to form salt and water?
A neutralization reaction
What is the general for for the simplest type of acid base reaction?
The products of a neutralization reaction are a salt and water.
What is the type of reaction between an acid and alkaline?
The reaction between an acid and an alkali is a neutralization reaction, where the acid and alkali react to form water and a salt. The pH of the solution will become closer to 7 (neutral) as a result of this reaction.
What kind of reaction is a neutralization reaction?
An acid-base reaction that leaves no excess H+ or OH-
What type of reactions occur between acid and bases?
A reaction between a base and an acid is a neutralization reaction with the formation of a salt.
What type of reactions is an acid-base reactions?
Neutralization
What type of reaction occurs when equal quantities of acid and base are mixed?
When acid reacts with base, that is a neutralization reaction.
A reaction between an acid and a base is both a neutralization reaction and what other kind of reaction?
A reaction between an acid and a base is both a neutralization reaction and a type of double displacement reaction, where the cations and anions of the two reactants switch places to form new compounds.
What type of chemical compounds comes from neutralization?
After the reaction of an acid with a base a salt and water are obtained.
What is the reaction of sodium hydroxide with carbon dioxide?
When sodium hydroxide reacts with carbon dioxide, it forms sodium carbonate and water. This reaction is a type of neutralization reaction.
