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a. What do fire ant stings look like?

Imported Fire Ant - FAQ
This high resolution photograph (194K) illustrates the pustules that may result the day after being stung. Each pustule represents a separate sting.
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How can I treat fire ant stings?

Imported Fire Ant - FAQ
Immediately after being stung, wash off the area with alcohol, try not to scratch it so it doesn't get infected . Sometimes a white pustule will form the second day, but it will eventually be resorbed. Commercial preparations such as StingEze, etc will numb the area for a while. A thick paste of baking soda and water can also help right after the sting. Careful application of ice will help decrease pain, but can burn the skin if left on too long. Meat tenderizer can also burn the skin.
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What are Stings?

Royalty Free Music - FAQ's - Frequently Asked Questions
Musical Stings are bursts of music. They were originally used in TV and Radio where music was used to bump together different sections and chapters of a show. Today?s music user can be very flexible with Stings; they are ideal for websites, loading pages, DVD menus, Podcasts as well as other Media. Listen to Stings Our Music tracks now come bundled with 30 and 60 second edits where possible. We also provide you with all of the Loops and any Stings of that particular track where possible
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What insect stings or bites can cause allergic reactions?

misc.kids Allergy and Asthma FAQ -- part 2/2
Wasps, honey bees, hornets, yellow jackets and ants are the insects most likely to cause strong allergic reactions. Some biting insects (mosquitoes, flies, lice, kissing bugs and fleas) can cause allergies as well because they inject saliva to thin the blood when they bite. Finally, some caterpillars are covered with hairs that contain a substance irritating to human skin and this can sometimes cause allergic reactions.
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What are the symptoms of allergic reactions to insect stings?

misc.kids Allergy and Asthma FAQ -- part 2/2
In general there are three kinds of reactions to insect stings. The first kind, normal reactions, involve pain, redness, swelling, itching, and warmth at the site of the sting. The second kind, toxic reactions, are the result of multiple stings. Five hundred stings within a short time are considered likely to kill because of the quantity of venom involved. As few as ten stings within a short time can cause serious illness.
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WHAT DO I DO IF THE ZAPPER STINGS?

SUBSONIC SYSTEMS
Move it to another part of the body. The stinging or tingling is felt when it is on a part of the body which is too acidic. Failure to move the zapper will result in burns over time. This generally applies to the Micro-Zappit and Viro-Zap when using the built in pads. Applying the Zapper Gel will greatly reduce this. Our gel has been developed by a leading Medical Company in South Africa and does not stain, is odorless and dries to an inert white powder.
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Is bee venom solution as effective as bee stings?

Bee venom has many active components, however, during its collection it may lose its volatile fractions. Presently it is unknown if these fractions play a role in the healing effect. Improper preparation methods may also decrease its effectiveness. Bee venom from an uncontrolled source may be old, oxidized (brownish color) or improperly stored and consequently less effective when used.
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Why Does A Bee Die When It Stings?

FAQ Bee Biology and Behaviour
When a bee stings, barbs in the lance of the sting cause it to firmly stick into the victim pulling out the venom sacs and glands when the bee is shaken off. The venom sac muscles continue to pump after these organs have been torn from the dying bee. Only the female workers and the queen can sting, the queen having a smooth sting which she uses to kill other queens.
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What's the best thing to do for bee stings?

Balgownie Veterinary Hospital: FAQ May 2003
Question: this is the time for bees and yellow jackets around here and since she puts her face in everything, what if she gets stung? With the hair I probably wouldn't be able to see it but what is the best thing to do??? Thanks Purchase a packet and have them in hand in case a bee sting develops. They should take the swelling down in 30-40 minutes.
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What do I do if my skin is red and stings?

Veet™ for Men - FAQs
Some discomfort is normal and the skin may be slightly red after waxing - apply a cold compress or simply press the skin with your hands. The redness is normal and should disappear within 24 hours. Seek medical advice for any other reaction.
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Are bee stings acidic or alkaline? What about wasps stings?

Frequently Asked Questions About Honeybees
Bee and wasp venoms consist of complex mixtures of biogenic amines, protein(polypeptide) toxins and enzymes. The stinging effects are not due to the acidity or alkalinity of the venom per se.
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The white of my eye stings most of the time and is red. Could this be dry eye?

Dry Eye, Dry Eye Treatment, Blepharitis, Sjogren's Syndrome,...
Chronic, longstanding redness of the eyes is most commonly caused by either chronic meibomitis (inflammation of the oils glands in the eye lid) or dry eye. If symptoms are worse upon awakening, and especially if the eyes are their most red upon first eye opening in the morning, the most likely cause of the redness is posterior blepharitis or meibomitis.
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When I apply the moisturizer it burns/stings. What should I do?

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Some people may experience light burning or stinging when they are new to the Regimen. The skin may be sensitive from the benzoyl peroxide and this may cause an uncomfortable sensation when the moisturizer is applied. This usually goes away within a week or so as the skin adjusts to the new products. If it doesn't, you may want to try a different moisturizer. See our recommended products page. Also, be sure you did not start out with one of the AHA moisturizers.
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What are allergies to insect stings?

Allergies to Insect Stings, SVCMC; New York NY
When you are stung by an insect, poisons and other toxins in the insect's venom enter your skin. It is normal to have some swelling, redness, pain, and itching at the site of a sting. An allergic reaction to the sting occurs when your body's immune system overreacts to substances called allergens that are in the venom of stinging insects. You may not always develop an allergic reaction the first time you are stung.
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How are allergies to insect stings diagnosed?

Allergies to Insect Stings, SVCMC; New York NY
allergic reaction to an insect sting is diagnosed by a physical exam and a medical history. Once you have recovered from the allergic reaction, you may be given allergy tests to find which types of insect stings you are allergic to and how sensitive you are to the allergens.
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Is it necessary to sterilize the affected area before administering bee stings or BVS?

Some of the most commonly used disinfectants like alcohol or tincture of iodine should not be used for BVT. These disinfectants rapidly destroy the active components of bee venom. In practice, the affected area can be washed with soap and warm water and dried with a towel. Before administering a bee venom injection the affected area can be cleaned with ether or benzine.
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i cant feel my stings, is this normal?

IUD Divas
I ask mainly out of interest: I can usually feel my Mirena strings OK, when they do disappear it's usually right before my "period" (just some cramps, no bleeding) and reappear afterwards. When they do seem to have gone on holiday, I do a pregnancy test just for reassurance (it's that expulsion paranoia again!) But given that I only check my strings once a month, it's kind of disconcerting to find they're not there at all.
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I do not know if I am allergic to wasp stings so what should I do if I get stung?

WaspBane | frequently asked questions
If you develop skin blemishes or swelling other than where you were stung see your doctor but if you have difficulty breathing or your face and neck begin to swell get to hospital quickly and make sure someone is with you until you have been treated.
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How many people have died from Africanized honey bee stings?

Frequently Asked Questions About Honeybees
So far, the lab in Texas has positively identified one case in which Africanized honey bees stung a man who later died. In two other fatalities, the bees involved in deaths have been identified as European Honey Bees with African introgression, indicating a mixing of the breeds. Typically in Texas since figures have been kept for more than 40 years, about two people per year die from regular honey bee stings (usually the person who is stung is allergic).
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What causes an allergic reaction to insect stings?

Allergies to Insect Stings, SVCMC; New York NY
allergic reaction to an insect sting is caused by sensitivity to allergens in the venom of the insect. Your immune system overreacts to these allergens as though they are harmful, foreign substances in your body. A few types of stinging insects—such as bees, wasps, hornets, yellow jackets, and fire ants—cause most allergic reactions to insect stings.
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Should I have allergy shots for allergies to insect stings?

Allergies to Insect Stings, SVCMC; New York NY
Symptoms of an allergic reaction to insect stings vary from mild to life-threatening. The severity of your allergic reaction depends on your sensitivity to the allergens in the venom—not necessarily on the number of stings or how often you have been stung in the past. It is normal to have some immediate swelling, redness, pain, and itching at the site of an insect sting—poisons and other toxins in the insect's venom enter the skin when you are stung.
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Yep. Why didn't you die from jellyfish stings in Palau?

Where The Hell Is Matt? - FAQ
There is a place in Palau called Jellyfish Lake. Long ago, the lake connected with the surrounding ocean, but at some point it got closed off. Without any predators to worry about, the lake's jellyfish population evolved -- oh, I'm sorry, "intelligently designiated" -- to lose their stingers. well, not completely harmless. swimmers are advised not to dive deep below the surface, as the lake bottom is a toxic swill that can cause hydrogen sulfide poisoning. Drink it and you'll die.
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My face stings when I use a toner. What's wrong?

Paula's Choice Australia - Paula Direct 1800 819 566 - Produ...
If our toner is making your face tingle then it may contain an ingredient that is not compatible with your skin, and you should not use it. However our toners are formulated to be gentle and suitable to even the most sensitive skin types. We avoid many of the irritating ingredients other toners contain, such as alcohol, menthol, eucalyptus, and citruses which can cause tingling and can be too harsh for all skin types.
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A Scout has an EPI pen as he is alergic to stings, am I allowed to give it to him?

ScoutBase UK: General Information - Frequently asked questio...
Yes provided the parents have given you permission.The parents should be asked to demonstrate how to administor the injection and this may require some simple training with a GP.
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Back to Top Can I take Hornet Juice even if I'm allergic to bee/wasp stings?

Hornet Juice Sports Drink Burns Fat for Extra Energy and End...
Yes you can. Hornet Juice does not contain any of the venom/allergens that are in wasp stings. Hornet Juice only contains the essential amino acids that are found in the saliva of the hornet larvae that is responsible for giving the adult hornet its endurance and energy.
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