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IMPORTANT
Bites or stings can be life-threatening to the victim if he or she has severe allergic reaction to them. Signs and symptoms of allergic reaction include pain, swelling of the throat, redness or discoloration at the site of the bite, itching, hives, decreased consciousness and difficult or noisy breathing.
First aid calls for being alert for signs of allergic reaction or shock and seeking medical attention as quickly as possible for these victims!If a stinger remains in the victim, you may try to remove it carefully with a tweezers or by scraping with the edge of a credit card.
Be careful not to squeeze the stinger as this will inject more venom.Once a stinger has been removed, the wound should be washed well with soap and water.
Cold compresses will help relieve pain and swelling. The stung area should be kept lower than the heart to slow circulation of the venom.Remember, in all cases of insect bites, watch for signs of allergic reaction and if they appear, seek professional medical attention without delay!