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Stings

Stings in the skin

If the sting has been left embedded in the skin, and is accessible, remove with a tweezers.
DO NOT SQUEEZE the poison sac because this will force the remaining poison into the skin.
Clean the area properly.
To relieve the pain and swelling apply a cold compress. For bee stings apply bicarbonate of soda, for wasp stings apply vinegar, and for jellyfish stings, smooth calamine lotion on to the affected area.
If pain and swelling persist for a few days, seek medical aid.

NOTE: A minority of people have an allergic reaction to stings, which may show itself in a rash or, in severe cases, there may be difficulty in breathing. These cases must be seen urgently by a doctor.

Insect stings inside the mouth or throat

To reduce the swelling, give ice to suck or rinse the mouth with cold water.
If swelling continues, and casualty begins to cough or wheeze, treat as an emergency and remove to hospital immediately

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