Ive been stung. Whats the best remedy?
Stings can be painful, but are rarely dangerous. Typically, the initial pain from the actual sting will subside and over the next few hours the area around the sting will become itchy and swollen. Some stings will cause significant swelling and itchiness over the course of several days. Antihistamine creams can help to relieve these symptoms, but if in doubt please call NHS Direct. If you feel dizzy or nauseous after having been stung, you should seek medical assistance immediately. In some cases, people can suffer anaphylaxis after bee stings, which are usually treated with an injection of adrenaline. Do not attempt to drive or operate machinery.
