Hymenoptera stings (Wasp/ Bee)

Symptoms:

• Pain
• Swelling
• Itching

First aid:

• Call emergency medical services 112/166
• Remove the stinger remaining in the skin as soon as possible
• Medication (e.g. antihistamines, corticosteroids, painkillers): in accordance with medical instructions
• Wash the sting area with soap and water
• Apply ice or cold packs
• If anaphylaxis occurs after a bite, provide first aid as outlined in the “Anaphylaxis” subsection

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Ενότητες:

• First Aid
• Basic Life Support in adults
• Basic Life Support in children
• Recovery position
• Choking- Heimlich Maneuver
• Heart Attack    
• Stroke   
• Epileptic Seizure     
• Panic Attack       
• Trauma, bleeding    
• Burns        
• Electrocution       
• Heat stroke       
• Strain, Sprain, Dislocation, Fracture       
• Snake Bite                   
• Hymenoptera stings (Wasp/ Bee)      
• Anaphylaxis/Allergic shock