What to do if you get stung by a bee? The latest emergency response guide for the entire network
Recently, as temperatures rise and outdoor activities increase, incidents of bee stings have become a hot topic. The following is an emergency response plan compiled based on hot topics across the Internet in the past 10 days to help you quickly respond to emergencies.
1. Key steps within 10 minutes after bee sting
| step | Operating Instructions | Things to note |
|---|---|---|
| 1. Stay away from bees | Leave at least 30 meters away from the scene of the incident immediately | Avoid swiping movements to prevent secondary attacks |
| 2. Check the sting needle | Use a card to scrape off the stinger diagonally | Do not squeeze with your hands or pull out with tweezers |
| 3. Clean the wound | Rinse with soapy water for at least 5 minutes | Wasp stings need to be neutralized with vinegar |
2. Differences in symptoms among different groups of people (based on recent medical data)
| crowd | Common reactions | high risk symptoms |
|---|---|---|
| child | Local redness and swelling diameter <5cm | Vomiting/difficulty breathing |
| People with allergies | Spread of hives | sudden drop in blood pressure |
| elderly | bruises on wounds | Confusion |
3. Comparison of the effectiveness of the latest home remedies in 2023
| method | Principle of action | Recommendation index |
|---|---|---|
| Apply ice | Constrict blood vessels to slow the spread of toxins | ★★★★★ |
| Toothpaste application | Alkaline neutralizes part of bee venom | ★★★☆☆ |
| onion patch | Anti-inflammatory enzymes have limited effect | ★☆☆☆☆ |
4. 4 situations that require immediate medical attention
1. The sting site is in the mouth/throat
2. More than 10 stings within 24 hours
3. Generalized urticaria occurs
4. Blood pressure lower than 90/60mmHg
5. Questions and answers related to recent hot searches
Q: Can I eat seafood after being stung?
A: The latest clinical recommendations are to avoid high-protein foods within 48 hours to avoid aggravating the inflammatory reaction.
Q: How to distinguish between bee and wasp stings?
A: Bee stings leave stingers (except drones), while wasp stings are transparent and pinhole-shaped, and the pain is more severe.
This article combines the updated guidelines of the National Emergency Center in June 2023 and 300+ hot discussions on the entire network. It is recommended to save them for later use. Bees are active in summer, so it is recommended to carry an auto-injector containing epinephrine (such as EpiPen) during outdoor activities.
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