Why do bee stings itch and burn?!
Question:
Why do bee stings itch and burn?
I got stung by a honey bee yesterday. It's on the bottom of my foot, but towards the side. The stinger is out, I do know how to do that.
But it still itches like crazy. And it burns when I stand up. It's also real stiff. I was just wondering why does a bee sting itch? And hurt far away from the sting site? And burn? Is it something in the bee?
And how do I make the itch go away?
Answers:
Did you put something on it to draw out the venom? You could be having a reaction to the venom from the stinger. Most people don't realize that then it stings you its like a hyperdermic needle and it pumps venom into you. It could be nothing and may go away after a bit of time. But since you didn't die or your throat didn't close up ect.. I think you should be fine you just having a little reaction from the venom. if your relaly worried then consult your doctor. Use an anti hystamine cream to help with the itching.