Anaphylactic shock from a bee sting, this, hornet, first aid, what to do if bitten
The reaction to an insect bite can be normal or allergic.. If a person has an allergy, an insect bite can become life-threatening. In the event of a bee sting, it is important to remove the sting immediately., tk. it releases poison for some time. The more you procrastinate, the more poison will enter your body. You need to pull out the sting of a bee not by pressing with your fingers or tweezers, tk. in this case, even more poison will enter the body, but take a plastic card or the blunt side of a knife and hold it over the stung place. In case of an insect bite on the hand, jewelry must be removed: rings, clock, bracelets, etc.
This, hornets and bumblebees leave no stings, and might bite again. But it is not recommended to crush these insects., tk. if the poison bubble bursts, this smell will attract even more insects, for which it will serve as a signal of danger.
If an allergy starts, it can manifest itself in the form of suffocation, facial edema, difficulty breathing, nettle rash all over the body, pressure reduction. Anxiety can also be a sign of a severe allergic reaction.. Frightened man starts to thrash about, his skin turns red, starts to swell, increased heart rate and headache.
How to give first aid to a person after a bee sting, this, hornet?
It is extremely important to help the bitten person to lie down or sit comfortably. If a person begins to choke, put him like this, to make it easy for him to breathe. If he feels weak, dizziness, put it down and lift your feet above your head. Observe and watch for signs of life of the bitten person: consciousness, breathing, pulse, skin changes. If the victim loses consciousness and stops breathing, give him artificial respiration (through 30 chest compressions - 2 exhalation).
Doctors recommend that allergy sufferers carry an ampoule of adrenaline with them during the season of wasps and hornets., which can be injected immediately after the bite. If the casualty is carrying an EpiPen with epinephrine, the medicine must be injected into the muscles of the thigh or shoulder.
If swelling spreads, and symptoms worsen, it is necessary to call an ambulance or urgently take the victim to the nearest medical facility.
Even to a man, who does not have allergies, may be dangerous if bitten in the mouth or throat, if he drank from a glass or can and did not notice the stinging insects that fell inside. Local swelling resulting from the reaction can block the airway, causing suffocation in a person.
Besides, anaphylactic shock may occur, due to which the face of the victim may swell severely, and the voice is hoarse. Therefore, you should not wait for swelling and drink antihistamines., as long as a person can swallow.
How to relieve pain from a bee sting, this, hornet at home?
If you don't have allergies, then you will only feel pain, throbbing and stinging at the site of the bite. Wash the bite well with soap, to prevent infection. There are many cures for bites and itch suppression.. If you don't have them on hand, you can reduce itching at home with toothpaste, which must be applied directly to the bite. The paste neutralizes poisonous acid, secreted by bees, wasp or bumblebee venom. Apply a cold compress to relieve pain (ice or a frozen item from the freezer) to the bite site and hold at least 10 minutes. On the reddened area, you can put a handkerchief soaked in water, napkin or towel. The bitten limb can be held under running water.. Need to take pain medication.