A simple explanation of allergies: Insect venom allergies
People can be allergic to an insect sting or bite.
For example, a sting by a bee or a wasp.
A person’s entire body can be affected by allergy symptoms
if they have been stung by a bee or a wasp.
If this happens,
we would say that the person is having an allergic reaction.
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Insect venom allergies
The first symptoms occur very quickly after the person has been stung or bitten.
For example:
- The person’s skin turns red and is itchy.
- They have a rash on their skin.
- Their eyes and face are swollen.
- They have to vomit or have stomach pains.
- They find it difficult to breathe.
If an allergic reaction is very bad,
this can also be dangerous.