Bullet Points
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Local reactions (urticaria) – pain, itching, redness, swelling and heat
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General reaction (analphylaxis) – systemic shock including breathing difficulties, swelling of lips, tongue or eyelids, vomiting, dizziness, pain
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It is good practice to carry a mobile phone to inspections and know the grid reference/post code/What3Words of your apiary in case of an unexpected emergency
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Treatment - Mild Reaction: Remove sting by scraping sideways with hive tool; Remain calm, Puff smoke on site of sting to minimise stinging response by other bees; Take asprin or antihistamine as appropriate
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Treatment - Severe Reaction: Move away from hive; Remove sting; Administer Epipen if one is carried and has been authorised by sufferer; Sit and remain calm; Loosen clothing; Deep Breathing; Recovery position; Call Ambulance
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