Possible to get anaphylaxis if stung by bee frequently?
Patient's Query
Hello doctor,
Few months ago I got stung by a bee in arm. It is not the first time I was stung by a bee, but this time 30 minutes after it happened, I got swelling under my eyes, on my cheeks and it was getting bigger as time passed. I went to ER and they gave me Corticosteroids IV. Now, I was wondering if this means I am allergic to bee stings and if in future I get stung by a bee again does it mean anaphylacic attack can develop?
Hello,
Welcome to icliniq.com.
Yes, that is correct. It seems you are allergic to bee sting. For an allergic reaction to develop, initial exposure must occur in order for your body to create an immune response to it. This might have happened a few months ago when you were stung before. Since there was already an exposure and established immune response, subsequent exposure may result in allergic reaction.
Severe allergic reaction resulting in anaphylaxis may occur but most of the time allergic reaction is mild and not life threatening. Symptoms such as excessive skin reactions, including hives and itching and flushed or pale skin, low blood pressure, constriction of your airways and a swollen tongue or throat, difficulty breathing, weak and rapid pulse, nausea, vomiting or diarrhea and dizziness or fainting warrants immediate consult. I hope I was able to answer your concern. Is there anything else I can help you with?
Same symptoms don't mean you have the same problem. Consult a doctor now!
Related Questions
Have allergy problems. I always have runny nose or sore throat or excessive sneezing and coughing and cannot breathe normally.
Dust allergy makes my eyes red. Please help.
A person is allergic. Can he swim in the ocean?
How to solve my food allergy?
Why is there pain in heart in a hypotensive patient?
Had an allergy blood test. Are the numbers ranging between 0 and 0.75 kU/L normal?
Disclaimer: No content published on this website is intended to be a substitute for professional medical diagnosis, advice or treatment by a trained physician. Seek advice from your physician or other qualified healthcare providers with questions you may have regarding your symptoms and medical condition for a complete medical diagnosis. Do not delay or disregard seeking professional medical advice because of something you have read on this website. Read our Editorial Process to know how we create content for health articles and queries.