When a wasp stings, it injects venom into the skin, causing pain, redness, and swelling. Unlike bees, wasps can sting multiple times because their stingers are smooth and do not detach.

When to See a Doctor. Wasp stings can be painful, but, when treated at home, the pain usually lasts no more than a day. If you are experiencing persistent pain and continuous swelling over the ...

Wasp stings are no joking matter. ... If you experience any difficulty breathing, swelling of the face or throat or dizziness, you should seek emergency medical treatment." ...

Bee and wasp stings are common during spring and summer, and while most cause mild symptoms, severe allergic reactions such ...

A sting happens when an insect injects venom into your skin. The venom travels through the bug’s stinger. If you get stung, you’ll feel pain. Your skin may turn red or swell at the site of the ...