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Stings
Stings in the skin
- If the sting has been left embedded
in the skin, and is accessible, remove with tweezers.
- DO NOT SQUEEZE the poison sac
because this will force the remaining poison into the skin.
- Clean the area properly.
- To relieve the pain and swelling apply a
cold compress. For bee stings apply bicarbonate of soda, for wasp stings apply vinegar,
and for jellyfish stings, smooth calamine lotion on to the affected area.
- If the pain and swelling persist for a few
days, seek medical aid.
NOTE: A minority of people have an
allergic reaction to stings, which may show itself in a rash or, in severe cases, there
may be difficulty in breathing. These cases must be seen urgently by a doctor.
Insect stings inside the mouth or
throat
- To reduce the swelling, give ice to suck
or rinse the mouth with cold water.
- If swelling continues, and casualty begins
to cough or wheeze, treat as an emergency and remove to the hospital immediately.
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