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Bees & Wasps
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Description |
Wasps and hornets have smooth segmented bodies. Bees are fuzzy yellow and black with a stinger that may be left in the wound. |
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Sting area |
Mild swelling and redness. Pain like a needle stick. |
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Possible Symptoms |
Muscle twitching/spasms, cramps, vomiting, sweating, headache, severe trunk pain. |
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Recommended Treatment Protocol |
Remove stinger. Cleanse with soap & water. Cool compresses. Emergency department for allergic reaction or large number of stings. |