How to soothe a bee sting and reduce welts with natural products
Let's talk about how to soothe a bee sting and reduce welts. A bee stings you, and suddenly your arm is on fire. Or maybe you are just strolling around the neighborhood then you go…
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Bee stings are painful, and they happen after a bee injects venom into your skin through its stinger. Its consequences bring about discomfort, so knowing how to treat a bee sting will be important, especially if you like the great outdoors.
How to treat a bee sting
Here is a brief overview of the steps in treating a bee sting:
- Retreat to a secure area to avoid additional bee stings.
- Carefully remove the stinger using your fingernail.
- Sanitize the sting area using soap and water.
- Apply a cold pack to the stung area. You may also use CANhaveTODAY’s skin products to help provide relief to the itch and pain and reduce inflammation.
- Observe the symptoms and be alert for overreactions of the skin or if you cannot breathe.
- Take pain relievers or antihistamines as necessary and as directed by the label.
- Ask for immediate medical attention in case of symptoms of anaphylactic shock, including quick pulse, difficulty breathing, and rashes.
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