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What Causes Swollen Face After Bee Bite?

I have had the right side of mi face swollen for so long that I kind of got used to it, after seeing so many doctors that could not tell what was wrong with me.One said that I had a dead nerb and that there was nothing to be done, but I have noticed tha some times it's almost gone but it comes back.another doctor said that it was an infection that was not treated but no solution. I rmember beeing stong by bee in that area and after that mi condition started, I need help!
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Hello,
Welcome to HCM,

Bee stings most often trigger allergies. However, most people are not allergic to insect stings and may mistake a normal sting reaction for an allergic reaction.

Symptoms of a severe bee sting allergy may include one or more of the following
Difficulty breathing
Hives that appear as a red, itchy rash and spread to areas beyond the sting
Swelling of the face, throat, or mouth tissue
Wheezing or difficulty swallowing
Restlessness and anxiety
Rapid pulse
Dizziness or a sharp drop in blood pressure.

Severe allergic sting reactions are treated with adrenaline administered by a doctor. Usually, this injection will stop the development of a more severe allergic reaction.

Intravenous fluids, oxygen and other treatments are also necessary. People who have had previous allergic reactions to bee sting must seek immediate medical attention.
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What Causes Swollen Face After Bee Bite?

Hello, Welcome to HCM, Bee stings most often trigger allergies. However, most people are not allergic to insect stings and may mistake a normal sting reaction for an allergic reaction. Symptoms of a severe bee sting allergy may include one or more of the following Difficulty breathing Hives that appear as a red, itchy rash and spread to areas beyond the sting Swelling of the face, throat, or mouth tissue Wheezing or difficulty swallowing Restlessness and anxiety Rapid pulse Dizziness or a sharp drop in blood pressure. Severe allergic sting reactions are treated with adrenaline administered by a doctor. Usually, this injection will stop the development of a more severe allergic reaction. Intravenous fluids, oxygen and other treatments are also necessary. People who have had previous allergic reactions to bee sting must seek immediate medical attention. Thank you.