1. Stings

2.  Although many different types of insects in the United States are able to inflict a poisonous bite or sting, the insects most likely to cause medical problems are bees, wasps (including paper wasps, hornets, and yellow jackets), and ants (including the fire ant). These insects are all in the Hymenoptera order, and thus stings from them are occasionally called Hymenoptera stings.

3.  These insects account for more death and illnesses each year than all other venomous animals combined.  1 out of 200 people are dangerously allergic to hymenoptera venom.  Most common symptoms of insect stings are pain in area of sting, itching, and swelling.  Generally venomous flying insects are only aggressive when threatened or when their hives or nest are disturbed.

5.  Usual Reactions  Instant Pain  Redness  Itchy  Worrisome Reactions  Hives  Swelling of lips or tongue  Tickle in throat  Wheezing  Life threatening Reactions  Bluish or grayish skin color  Seizures  Unresponsiveness  Inability to breath due to swelling or spasms of the air way

6. Usual Reaction Worrisome Reaction Life Threatening Reaction

7. Usual Reaction Worrisome Reaction Life Threatening Reaction

8. Usual Reaction Worrisome Reaction Life Threatening Reaction

9. Worrisome Reaction Usual Reaction

10.  Venomous stings are always very painful, red, and swollen up to 12 inches around the sting site. This is called. In sensitive individuals, a systemic or "whole body" reaction occurs, with redness, hives (itchy raised skin lumps), and swelling far away from the sting site. These systemic reactions can progress to involve the airways and circulation and may be life- threatening. Obviously it’s important to know the difference between local and systemic reactions.

11. YouTube - First Aid & Safety Procedures : How to Treat a Wasp Sting