Symptoms, remedies, treatments and care for Bee Sting

Bee Sting

When a bee, wasp, yellow jacket or hornet stings you, it leaves behind a venomous toxin that can cause pain, redness, swelling, itching or hives. Some people may be allergic to this toxin and the allergic reactions may cause extreme redness and increased swelling. Some severe symptoms may include difficulty breathing, swelling of throat and tongue, weak pulse, rapid pulse, nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, dizziness, or even loss of consciousness.

Remedies:

Apply ice or cold compress
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Effectiveness: 4.2  Popularity: 122  
Wash the area
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Effectiveness: 4.0  Popularity: 83  
Remove the sting
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Effectiveness: 3.5  Popularity: 73  
Apply aloe vera
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Effectiveness: 3.4  Popularity: 60  
Apply honey
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Effectiveness: 3.8  Popularity: 56  
Apply baking soda
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Effectiveness: 3.8  Popularity: 43  
Apply epsom salt
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Effectiveness: 2.8  Popularity: 30  
Apply garlic
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Effectiveness: 2.9  Popularity: 26  
Apply apple cider vinegar
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Effectiveness: 3.1  Popularity: 24  
Apply white toothpaste
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Effectiveness: 2.9  Popularity: 23  
Apply mustard
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Effectiveness: 3.2  Popularity: 18  
Apply parsley
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Effectiveness: 3.0  Popularity: 11  
Apply papaya
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Effectiveness: 3.3  Popularity: 10  
Apply basil leaf juice
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Effectiveness: 3.5  Popularity: 9  
Apply St. John's wort oil
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Effectiveness: 2.5  Popularity: 3  
Apply neem oil
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Effectiveness: 3.0  Popularity: 2  
Apply calendula
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Effectiveness: 2.5  Popularity: 2  
Rub with banana peel
Effectiveness: N/A  Popularity: 0  
Apply sandalwood and turmeric
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Apply witch hazel
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Apply plantain leaf
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Apply lavender oil
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