- Joined
- Jul 11, 2009
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- Location
- Kernow
- Hive Type
- National
- Number of Hives
- 50+
I had had a similar reaction to a sting when stung close to my eye and was told in no uncertain terms by 'the better half' to go to the doctors as I could hardly see out of one eye.
The doctor advised me that the swelling would naturally go down and asked if I really wanted to carry on keeping bees (daft question).
I said that i did and he said that my reactions to stings are likely to go one of two ways:
1. I would build up an immunity but should be careful not to get too many stings at once.
2. I would have a very bad reaction and anaphylactic shock.
He then gave me a prescription for an Epipen which I carry with me at all times and not only when I am with the bees.
The doctor advised me that the swelling would naturally go down and asked if I really wanted to carry on keeping bees (daft question).
I said that i did and he said that my reactions to stings are likely to go one of two ways:
1. I would build up an immunity but should be careful not to get too many stings at once.
2. I would have a very bad reaction and anaphylactic shock.
He then gave me a prescription for an Epipen which I carry with me at all times and not only when I am with the bees.