Bees, although harmless unless provoked, are often feared by most people for their stings. Because bee and wasp allergies are particularly common, most have mild to moderate reactions to these stings.
There are important first aid steps to take if you or someone else has been stung by a bee or insect. First, remove the stinger. Scrape the area with the edge of a credit card or other straight edge object to remove. Do not use tweezers or otherwise squeeze the stinger this may release more venom. Apply an ice pack to the area to reduce pain and control swelling. If the sting occurred on the arm or leg, elevate it; do not wear any tight fitting clothing or jewelry near the sting.
For pain, take over-the-counter medications such as acetaminophen, ibuprofen, or aspirin for persons over the age of 19. It may take anywhere from 2 to 5 days for the area to heal, so make sure to keep it clean. Continue to keep an ice pack or ointment on the area if pain or swelling persists. These ointments could be an antihistamine for itchiness or a simple mixture of baking soda and water. You can also apply calamine lotion to stings to reduce pain and itchiness.
Remember, administer epinephrine if the person has a pen if they do have severe allergies to bees, this will be a commonly carried item. If the most severe symptoms appear or persist, an emergency room visit is in order. These include trouble breathing, hives, dizziness or faintness, a swollen tongue, or a history of severe allergic reactions to insect, bee, or wasp stings. If the incident passes with epi-pen injection and monitoring, be sure to report this incident to a doctor.
First Aid is important but could be unnecessary. To avoid these nasty bites and stings, it is important to utilize bee pest control services. This prevents future problems with bees and wasps in and around your home, particularly if done annually. For quality bee removal, choose the experienced professionals at Gecko Pest Control. Professional, affordable, and knowledgeable.
Bee infestation can cost hundreds of dollars worth of home repairs, inside and outside your home. A prolonged infestation could even cost your family thousands of dollars over a year or more if gone unrecognized or untreated. The professionals at Gecko Pest Control will routinely monitor your home to make sure that new infestations do not arise.
Call Gecko Pest Control today for a free estimate to see how we can help your home thrive. Bee stings are painful at the least, although unavoidable in warm places and during the summertime. However, there is no need for a family to be stung due to a bee infestation in their own home. Gecko can help protect your home from bees and other insects.