2007-10-13 09:40:28 · 4 answers · asked by LC 3 in Science & Mathematics ➔ Medicine
What I am really trying to find out, is why oedema is widespread? What causes it to spread (except that being an allergic reaction)? What is the connection there on a molecular level?
2007-10-13 10:42:14 · update #1
When a bee stings, the toxins that are released into the blood and subcutaneous tissue stimulate white blood cells and other immune cells to release cytokines into the blood. There are chemical mediators that result in vasodilation (increase in the diameter of the blood wall) and increase in the gap between endothelial cells that make up the wall of blood vessels. This then results in plasma and circulatory white blood cells to leak out.
And when plasma fluid leaks out, then there is widespread facial oedema and systemic oedema.
2007-10-13 16:32:16 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 2⤊ 0⤋
No reference is needed. The face, especially in a child, has loose connective tissue, and it's quite normal for there to be a lot of swelling. It's also possible you're dealing with a large local reaction, but that's hard to judge without seeing it. As long as there's no oropharyngeal involvement, it's doubtful there's much to it, despite the dramatic look, and I'd wager it'll be ugly for about four or five days, then go away, whether it's treated or not.
2007-10-13 09:47:26 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 2⤊ 1⤋
It is a natural allergic reaction and will go down in a few days.Keep it cool with Calamine lotion, or cold compresses. I have been stung in the face several times when I kept bees, it is not a pleasant experience.
2007-10-13 11:25:13 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Facial edema would be expected, especially in an allergic inividual.
If their facial edema continues to get worse, especially if the use of antihistamines has been tried, there would be risk of airway impairment and systemic involvement due to the bite proximity and medical attention should be sought.
2007-10-13 10:04:14 · answer #4 · answered by mangokdkat 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Its an allergic reaction, if this happened today then go to your casualty department as the swelling could affect her throat and breathing
2007-10-13 09:44:09 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Diagnosis: Large local reaction to bee sting
May be lifethreatening if it compromises the airway.
www.emedicine.com
2007-10-13 09:51:53 · answer #6 · answered by jorge f 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Because she is allergic!!
2007-10-13 09:42:41 · answer #7 · answered by Sal*UK 7 · 0⤊ 2⤋