I got stung with a bee or wasp last night any ideas whats the best treatment?

Question

My leg is quite red and hot and there is a patch of red where the bite took place. I initially put vodka on it but think I need something else

Answer 1

Did you remove the sting? DONT use tweesers, this will inject the rest of the poison into you as you'll squeeze the sting. Use the edge of a credit card and wipe it over the sting site at an angle and this will get the sting out. Then make sure you keep it clean and maybe use an antiseptic cream on it and take some antihistamenes and you should be ok hon. GL

Answer 2

Silly girl - VODKA is for drinking! Nevermind all the talk of it being a good antibacterial steraliser. Secondly, if it was a bee that stung you, alas, it will be too late - the bee will more than likely have already passed away.. however if it was a wasp - why would you want to treat that? ;-)

Okay, so I'm only joking - I think if you just go to the chemist and get something over the counter you'll be ok - but if your leg does get worse - it might be as well to go to a casualty dept.

Answer 3

I think it's vinigar you have to use to act against the swelling caused by the sting. Normally you do that immediatly after you were stung. Other than that you just have to make sure the stinger is out and the wound is clean.
However if this is a day later and your leg is red and swollen and hot then sounds like you are taking a reaction to the sting. In such cases you need to go to hospital and get an injection to counteract the poisen. Otherwise its off with your leg..

Answer 4

Go make a paste of baking soda and water and place it on the bite/sting. Leave on a few moments.
Wash off with a cool compress and keep adding ice on 10 off 20 around the clock. Make sure it doesn't swell more and was a stinger involved?
If the swelling or heat gets worse call an MD you could be allergic.

Keep a benadryl handy - and take motrin for the discomfort.

Answer 5

If a wasp just bathe it
If a bee the sting will still be in and you have probably squeezed the sac in which case all the poison has gone in The sting needs to be got out then treat as a wasp sting

Answer 6

Initially you should have put baking soda mixed with a little bit of water on it. That would have helped drawn the poison out. Vodka won't do any good because it's not a bacterial infection. Hydrocortisone cream will help ease the swelling and benadryll will help too but that will make you sleepy.

Answer 7

If it were a bee, a little black sack would've been left behind. Remove all bee stings by a gentle scrape sideways. Never put pressure on it, it will release more venom if you do.
Whether a bee or a wasp sting, the current first aid for them is ice.

Answer 8

I've had lots of stings this summer. We seem to be over run with wasps and bees this year. I have a reaction like you and always use vinegar and take an antihistamine. Dont think I spelt that right but you know what I meanI

Answer 9

vinegar! well thats what i used. ice packs and stuff like that..
i remember when i was younger a wasp stung my brother and he has like a big puss thing on his face so my mum sucked the poison out.. the doctor said it was the best thing to do.. i wouldnt do it because it would probably make me feel sick lol. If you're quite strong stomached and it really hurts then i would suggest it.

Answer 10

If you have a single sting with no allergic symptoms, you may require only local wound care (such as cleaning and antibiotic ointment). Any retained stingers will be removed. Itching may be treated with an oral antihistamine such as diphenhydramine (Benadryl). Pain may be treated with medicine such as ibuprofen (Motrin), acetaminophen (Tylenol), or both. Also tetanus immunization will be given as indicated.


If you have mild allergic symptoms (such as a rash and itching all over the body but no problems breathing or with your vital signs), you may be treated with an antihistamine. You may also be given steroids. In some cases, you may also be given an epinephrine (adrenaline) injection. Some of these treatments may be given at the scene or in the ambulance by emergency medics. You may be sent home if you are doing well after observation in the emergency department.


If you have a more moderate allergic reaction (such as rash all over the body, and some mild problems breathing), you will likely receive injections of antihistamines, steroids, and epinephrine. Some of these treatments may be given at the scene or in the ambulance by emergency medics. You will likely need to be observed for a prolonged period of time in the emergency department. You may need to be admitted in the hospital.


If you have a severe allergic reaction (such as low blood pressure, swelling blocking air getting into the lungs, and/or other serious problems breathing), you have a true life–threatening emergency. Treatment may include placement of a breathing tube into your trachea. You will likely be given injections of antihistamines, steroids, and epinephrine. IV fluids may also be given. Some of these treatments may be given at the scene or in the ambulance by emergency medics. You will be closely monitored in the emergency department and likely admitted into the hospital—perhaps the intensive care unit.


If you have multiple stings (more than at least 10–20 stings) but no evidence of an allergic type reaction, you sometimes may require prolonged observation in the emergency department or admission into the hospital. Multiple blood tests may be indicated.


If you are stung inside the mouth or throat, you may simply require observation in the emergency department, or you may need more intensive management if complications develop.


If you are stung on the eyeball, you may require consultation or evaluation by an ophthalmologist (an eye doctor).