Swelling of the hand after a bee sting is a natural bodily reaction to bee venom. When a bee stings a person, it releases a substance called bee venom, which causes a local inflammatory response, manifesting as redness, swelling, pain, and fever.
When treating swelling in the hand caused by a bee sting, first clean the wound and apply ice to reduce swelling and pain. Then, antihistamines can be used to relieve the allergic reaction, and nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) can be used to reduce inflammation. If the bee venom allergy is severe, seek immediate medical attention; an injection of adrenaline may be necessary to relieve symptoms. These measures work together to reduce swelling and pain by relieving the inflammatory response caused by bee venom through physical cooling and medication.
When treating a bee sting, avoid squeezing the wound, as this may cause more venom to be released, thus worsening the inflammatory response. If a systemic allergic reaction occurs, such as difficulty breathing, throat swelling, or a full-body rash, seek immediate emergency medical assistance, as these symptoms can be fatal. Exercise caution when treating bee stings to avoid further injury, and seek professional medical help if necessary.
[Management Tip:]
1. Clean the wound and apply ice.
2. Use antihistamines to relieve allergic reactions.
3. Use nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs to reduce inflammation.
4. Seek immediate medical attention if a systemic allergic reaction occurs.
