With the onset of summer, the danger of bites of wasps,bees. Sometimes they can cause serious consequences up to anaphylactic shock and even death. Therefore, it is very important to ask questions about what to do with bites of wasps, when you need to go urgently to the doctor (or call him at home), and when you can do with your own resources and folk remedies. The difference between bee stings and wasps is as follows. When a wasp stings, it, by injecting a poisonous substance, does not leave a sting in the skin. The bee, on the other hand, leaves a sting with the container-contents, while itself almost always dies. For allergy sufferers, the bee sting, therefore, may not be so dangerous with the timely and accurate removal of the sting. Aspen is much worse.
Reaction to stings of bees, wasps
Approximately 1-2% of people have such biteslead to anaphylactic shock, that is, to a serious reaction characterized by edema, changes in blood pressure, difficulty breathing, loss of consciousness. As a result, a person can die if he is not provided with medical care. So, if there was a bite of a wasp, treatment for such people can be vital.
First aid and prevention of bites
In order to avoid an unpleasant collision with these insects, it is necessary to use repellents in nature, especially in places where they accumulate.
If, however, there was a sting of a bee,its consequences largely depend on the provision of literate quick help. First, carefully remove the stinger with a pair of tweezers. What to do with stings of wasps? As in the case of bees, you need to apply something cooling to the bite site. Ice or cold compress will help reduce the flow of blood into this zone and, accordingly, reduce inflammation. In no case can not apply, as advised by some, the damp earth! This can lead to infection of the wound. Note that use of alcohol is unacceptable, as it increases swelling. In the absence of ice or cold water, it is mandatory to take an antihistamine drug (preferably the second generation).
What to do after the bite of a wasp yet?Locally it is desirable to apply any ointment containing hormones (glucocorticoids). After that, the edema will begin to subside within an hour. Such measures are suitable for people without any allergic reactions. Unfortunately, the doctor may not be around. What to do with bites of people with a pronounced reaction? Allergy sufferers should always have a so-called anti-shock medicine chest, the main component of which is the solution of adrenaline. It must be entered as soon as possible.
Relief can bring and folk remedies
Folk medicine has its own answers to the question of what to do with stings of wasps.
- Make a weak solution of soda (a teaspoon in a glass of water), soak a napkin in it and attach it to the place of bite.
- Compress with lemon juice will help reduce pain and relieve puffiness.
- Apply onions cut in half onion, garlic, apple.
- You can use a leaf of plantain, aloe or calanchoe to reduce pain.
- Also used for emergency measures with insect bites are compresses from the sprouted or chewed leaves of parsley.
How to avoid biting?
In order for you not to be bitten by a wasp or a bee,it is desirable to avoid places of congestion of these insects. Do not swing your arms and do not make any sudden movements. In summer, when leaving for nature, it is better not to use cosmetics, perfumes with pronounced sweet or just sharp smells that can attract these stinging creatures.
