Allergy: Insect Sting (cont.)
Medical Author:
Paul A Janson, MD
Coauthor:
Mary Buechler, MD, Deaconess-Glover
Medical Editor:
Scott H Plantz, MD, FAAEM
Medical Editor:
Francisco Talavera, PharmD, PhD
Medical Editor:
Richard Harrigan, MD
IN THIS ARTICLE
PreventionTake precautions to avoid insect stings in the future.
Evaluation by an allergist for desensitization injections has been shown to be of benefit. Obtain one or more epinephrine injection kits if this has been prescribed for you.
Viewer Comments & ReviewsAllergy: Insect Sting - ExperienceThe eMedicineHealth physician editors ask:What was your experience with allergies after an insect sting? |
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