HOW TO TREAT A BEE STING

1. Scrape the stinger out as quickly as possible - do not pull or squeeze the stinger out as this may release more venom
2.Clean with Soap and water

To reduce pain and swelling
-ICE - lessens swelling by constricting vessels and reducing flow of venom in the blood- and the numbing effect soothes pain and itching
BAKING SODA - make a paste of baking soda and water and apply to sting site - the alkaline nature of the baking soda helps to neutralize the acidity of the venom
VINEGAR- when stung by a wasp, vinegar is the soother of choice. Remember baking soda for bees ( both at the beginning of the alphabet) and vinegar for wasps ( both starting letters at the end of the alphabet).
TOOTHPASTE - This is a great remedy which works on the same alkaline/acidity as baking soda. The presence of small amounts of glycerin in the toothpaste may also soothe.

SEEK IMMEDIATE MEDICAL ATTENTION
-if swelling in other parts of body especially face or neck
-if person has been stung in the nose ,mouth or throat which might interfere with breathing.