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Thursday, December 25th, 2008

Also, because one dose not be enough to reverse the reaction, immediate medical attention following an insect sting is recommended.. In general, pregnant women should consult their doctor before taking any overthecounter medication. If swelling is problem, apply an ice pack or cold compress to the area. Aspirin use in these age groups has been associated with rare but serious liver and brain disorder called Reyes syndrome. Take an oral antihistamine, like Benadryl, to reduce itching, swelling and hives. Do not pull on the stinger as this will cause the release of more venom into the skin.

To relieve pain, take aspirin or an aspirinsubstitute. How are normal or localized reactions treated? First, if stung on the hand, remove any rings on your fingers immediately.A stinging insect leave sac of venom and stinger in the victims skin. Parents of children and people with medical conditions are advised to read product labels carefully and consult pharmacist if they have questions about use. How are allergic reactions treated? An allergic reaction is treated with epinephrine adrenaline, either selfinjected or administered by doctor. Also, it is always recommended that you read the warning label on any medication prior to taking it.

Usually this injection will stop the development of severe allergic reaction. In some cases, intravenous fluids, oxygen and other treatments are also necessary. People who have had previous allergic reactions and rely on the protection of epinephrine must remember to carry it with them wherever they go. Aspirin use in these age groups has been associated with rare but serious liver and brain disorder called Reyes syndrome. Once stabilized, these patients are sometimes required to stay overnight at the hospital under close observation.

Once stabilized, these patients are sometimes required to stay overnight at the hospital under close observation. Take an oral antihistamine, like Benadryl, to reduce itching, swelling and hives. Aspirin use in these age groups has been associated with rare but serious liver and brain disorder called Reyes syndrome. Usually this injection will stop the development of severe allergic reaction. Also, it is always recommended that you read the warning label on any medication prior to taking it.

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Tuesday, December 23rd, 2008

The allergic reaction comes when the immune system is oversensitized to the venom from previous sting. This reaction is different from the reaction to the poison in the bite of black widow spider, which injects potent toxin into the blood. Severe reactions can lead to anaphylactic shock, lifethreatening series of symptoms including swelling of the throat and difficulty breathing.

Severe reactions can lead to anaphylactic shock, lifethreatening series of symptoms including swelling of the throat and difficulty breathing. Persons who develop an allergy to bee stings occurs when person becomes sensitized to the venom and produces antibodies to it. Ordinarily, bee venom is not toxic and will only cause local pain and swelling.

Ordinarily, bee venom is not toxic and will only cause local pain and swelling. Histamines and other substances are released into the bloodstream, causing blood vessels to dilate and tissues to swell.
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Monday, November 24th, 2008

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