Bad sting reaction

[Bakerbee]

Surely if you have an epipen youve been told by a doctor how and when to use it. Theres a big difference to having a moderate reaction to a bee sting and anaphalaxis. I agree read some older posts of peoples experiences. It is sobering but rare.

 

[beeno]

The venom load in bee stings vary with the age of the bee.

 

[BernardBlack]

The venom load in bee stings vary with the age of the bee.

Yes I think they're more potent around 19-21 days old.

I thought that might be the reason for more severe reactions, but also if they hit a certain muscle or nerve.

 

[beeno]

Yes I think they're more potent around 19-21 days old.

I thought that might be the reason for more severe reactions, but also if they hit a certain muscle or nerve.

After 28 days the venom load reduces, so your observation is correct.

 

[JonnyPicklechin]

Im.in year 4 as a (poetaster) beek.
Year 1 i got quite a bit and not so much as a swelling.
Year 2 I ballooned. Looked like a Picasso painting if stuck on the face. Hand, foot, whereever ballooned.
Year 3, same again but started really protecting myself. Still i got stung but not as much but would get swelling.
Year 4 - this year. Back to where I was. Hardly anything. Did get stung on the wrist and that swelled a wee bit but not much. Othere have been like nettle rash.

Not sure if this helps but certain the reaction changes as you assimilate.

WARNING : as others have mentioned, swelling is normal and NOT anaphylaxis. Such a condition should be totally in the hands of your doc.

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[BernardBlack]

Friend of mine expressed an interest in helping me out now and again with inspections.

He's on heart medication though, and was wondering if a sting might be harmful while he's on them. Anything to worry about?

 

[beeno]

Friend of mine expressed an interest in helping me out now and again with inspections.

He's on heart medication though, and was wondering if a sting might be harmful while he's on them. Anything to worry about?

Antihistamines are not good for people with high blood pressure. He should check it out IMHO.

 

[MartinL]

Friend of mine expressed an interest in helping me out now and again with inspections.

He's on heart medication though, and was wondering if a sting might be harmful while he's on them. Anything to worry about?

Stings are not going to be as bad as a non prescribed dose of adrenaline which would probably be deadly!