A bee sting is usually harmless; however in people who are – knowingly or unknowingly – allergic to insects it could prove ...

Bobbi Conner talks with MUSC's Dr. Jane Scribner about bug bites and stings, and possible reactions that may require medical ...

Suki Tipp was diagnosed with indolent systemic mastocytosis, a rare blood disorder that triggers unpredictable and ...

While most bee stings result in minor pain and swelling, some reactions can be life-threatening. Anaphylaxis is the most severe form of allergic response and requires immediate medical intervention.

Then, to reduce swelling, try applying a cold compress to your sting, he recommends. At home, a cold compress can be as ...

Comparatively speaking, the sting of a carpenter bee will likely be a bit more painful than getting stung by a honeybee. However, it will feel just as painful as getting stung by a wasp, Melillo says.

Being outside in spring and summer is terrific, but it does come with the risk of bee and wasp stings. It is important to ...

A bee sting can result in a swollen, painful bump. There are home remedies that may help reduce swelling and ease pain. Before using any remedies, stay calm and inspect the sting site. If the bee ...

The Asian needle ant lives in damp places like rotting logs, mulch and soil, according to the U.S. Department of Agriculture.

BECKLEY, WV (WVNS) — A Raleigh County man passed away during the 2024 year due to a sting from a yellow jacket. The man’s family said they do not understand how it happened. Bees, wasps, and ...

Like bee and wasp stings, hornet stings are painful. You’ll experience symptoms like swelling, warmth, redness, and itching at the site of the sting immediately after it happens. Symptoms tend ...