The use of live bees and beekeeping products has repeatedly proven its effectiveness, receiving only positive feedback from patients. Treatment with bee stings is based on the therapeutic effect of the poison entering the human blood through the bee's sting.
The main factor influencing the effectiveness of apitherapy is the bite points, their location on the body and the number of areas that can be treated in one session. When starting this type of treatment, it is necessary to understand all its features, including indications for use.
Why is a wasp sting dangerous?
A wasp sting does not always lead to unpleasant consequences. It all depends on the location of the lesion, on the animal, in particular, its size. The smaller the pet, the more dangerous the consequences can be. For example, Chihuahuas react extremely painfully to attacks from stinging insects. Yorkies and toy terriers take bites more calmly.
Dog at the veterinarian's appointment
With multiple attacks, the risk of an allergic reaction increases. In rare cases, dogs experience anaphylactic shock, which can have extremely tragic consequences.
Important! It's not so scary if the dog's paw is injured. It is much more dangerous when an insect stings him in the ear or face, and even more so when it flies into his mouth.
Causes of inflammation of the sciatic nerve
Experts identify a number of reasons for the appearance of the inflammatory process:
- Infectious diseases
- Hypothermia
- Endocrine pathologies
- Failure of the body's hormonal levels
- Pregnancy
- Birth injuries
- Neoplasms (malignant and benign) in the spine
- Injuries to the spine - sacral calf, for example, due to a severe bruise or fall from a height, excessive physical exertion
- Hernia in the lumbar region
- Growths on the spinal column
- Sudden, sloppy movements
- Stenosis
- Thrombosis
- Extreme stages of osteochondrosis
How to recognize a wasp sting
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A wasp can bite repeatedly; after an attack, unlike a bee, it does not leave a sting. Therefore, there is no need to remove anything from the wound before treatment. You need to look for a swollen place, in the center of which there is a red dot - the site of the skin puncture.
You can tell if a dog has been bitten by wasps by the following signs:
- The animal begins to whine. From the intonation it immediately becomes clear that something is bothering him, that the pet is in pain.
- The bite site is disturbing, it itches, so the dog constantly touches it. To avoid the formation of a wound, and even more so the spread of infection, it must be disinfected. There are antiallergic ointments that are best used as prescribed by a veterinarian. They will remove swelling and relieve unpleasant itching.
- Signs of allergies may appear. They usually occur if the dog is bitten by an insect again.
If a dog sticks his nose into a wasp's nest, then many wasps will immediately attack him. Soon he will weaken and run to his owner for help. There will still be stinging insects in his fur.
Treatment of phlegmon
Treatment of phlegmon is surgical - opening the abscess, excision of necrotic tissue (see photo below).
In the photo, the phlegmon is opened, the Achilles tendon is visible at the bottom of the wound.
After opening the abscess, the wound is cleaned, inflammation subsides, and wound healing processes begin.
In the photo, the wound has cleared and is beginning to heal.
In the complex treatment of phlegmon, antibiotics, immunocorrectors, physiotherapy, etc. are also used.
The photo below shows phlegmon of the left forearm, which developed from a boil.
In the photo below, the same phlegmon is opened, the wound is cleaned.
The photo below shows the same wound, almost healed.
The wound has healed.
The photo below shows advanced phlegmon of the thigh. The duration of the disease is 2 weeks.
The patient refused hospitalization, so treatment of phlegmon had to be carried out in a clinic. In the photo below - the same phlegmon 7 days after the operation - the wound has cleared and is granulating.
After cleaning the wound, secondary sutures were applied (photo below).
The most common places of bites
A wasp can bite an animal on the paw, then the dog will gnaw on them and lick the pads. After all, an itch will appear at the site of the lesion, which the dog will want to get rid of.
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It is more dangerous if the wasp sting is on the dog’s face. The nose is one of the most painful places. The dog will try to scratch it, it may swell. Animals also take a bite on the lip quite hard. In any case, if your dog is stung in the face or neck, you should contact a veterinarian.
The worst option is if the dog swallows an insect. Then there is a chance that the palate or tongue will suffer. They will begin to swell and swell, which will cause difficulty breathing. If your pet scratches at the damaged areas, it may rub or injure its eyes.
Important! It is necessary to treat the bite site as soon as possible and take measures to eliminate allergies.
Normal reaction to a bite
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It happens that if a dog is bitten by a wasp, only a slight inflammation occurs at this place. It is slightly itchy and itchy. A single bite is usually harmless to an adult dog, but can cause significant discomfort to a puppy or toy dog. This event will serve as a lesson for the inexperienced animal and in the future it will not want to approach buzzing insects.
If the bite is on the skin, then the most you can expect is a small swelling. It will disappear on its own in a few days. You can eliminate it at home. To prevent its growth, you can apply a cold compress to the damaged area. Ice will do the job best.
You can apply a compress of ground plantain to a wasp-affected paw and bandage it. This will remove swelling and relieve itching, which usually appears after a while, when the wound begins to heal a little. If you have a disinfectant, you should carefully use it to immediately treat the bite site.
You can apply a compress to the paw to relieve swelling
You need to try to prevent the dog from scratching the affected area, this can lead to inflammation and increased discomfort. With a normal reaction, within a week the bite will disappear and no trace of it will remain.
It is more dangerous if the lesion is on the mucous membrane. The close proximity of blood vessels allows the poison to instantly spread throughout the body, having a negative impact on the pet’s well-being.
Bee stinging - apitherapy
Apitherapy is a collective term that includes many different treatment methods. They use both live bees and their waste products: honey, propolis, royal jelly, wax, bee bread, bee venom and much more.
The content of the article
- Bee stinging - apitherapy
- Beneficial properties of bee venom
- What diseases are treated with bee stings?
- Features of bee stinging
- What treatment regimens for bites are used?
- Contraindications and possible dangers
These products can be used in their natural form; various preparations, ointments, tablets, and drops are made from them.
Among the types of apitherapy, stinging stands out. This method of treatment is one of the oldest. It was used back in Ancient Rus'. Apitherapy received scientific justification at the end of the 18th century, when scientists officially recognized that bee venom could be used for medicinal purposes.
The Russian founder was Professor Lukomskoy, who practiced bee stings in the treatment of rheumatism and gout. Science continues to actively develop; beekeeping products are constantly being studied in scientific laboratories around the world and in clinical practice.
The most dangerous symptoms
It happens that an acute allergic reaction occurs to a wasp sting. Most often it occurs in representatives of small breeds. Due to its size, the poison spreads rapidly and it only takes a little to cause discomfort and pain to the animal.
Allergic reaction
If the dog tried to eat the wasp, the insect may bite him under the tongue. This is one of the most dangerous places; lymph nodes and a nerve node are located there, which increases pain significantly. This way, the toxic substance instantly spreads throughout the body, and the reaction occurs almost immediately. The animal may begin to choke.
In rare cases, a bite to the neck may cause swelling. As a result, the carotid arteries and trachea may be damaged. It is because of their compression that breathing problems begin and life is threatened. Therefore, if a swelling appears at the site of the bite, the size of which increases, emergency medical attention is required.
Swelling on the face after an insect bite
Important! If you have an allergy, the spot after the bite has a diameter of more than one centimeter. It is red. A rash may appear around the affected area and other parts of the body.
One of the manifestations of allergies is that your pet’s tongue turns purple. This happens when a wasp bites a dog in the face. This means that you cannot hesitate; you must stop the effect of the poison by consulting a specialist.
Signs of anaphylaxis
Anaphylactic shock is a severe reaction of the body to an irritant. It poses a danger to the life of the animal.
It can be recognized by the following symptoms:
- The dog begins to vomit and may experience diarrhea.
- He is in a state of shock, his behavior changes. The owners do not recognize their pet.
- The animal may fall into a coma, before which it will suffer from convulsions.
- The heart beats very quickly, but if you feel the pulse, it will be barely noticeable and very slow.
- The limbs become cold, the gums take on a blue tint.
- Body temperature is rising.
Helpful information
Bee venom in small doses is a medicine, but in large quantities it causes intoxication. The threshold at which it causes poisoning is relatively high: in healthy men it is 700-1000 bites, in women slightly less, and in children up to 90 bites. The exception is people with an allergy to apitoxin (about 1% of the population), who have zero tolerance.
This fact must be kept in mind. Firstly, do not underestimate bee venom, which in exceptional cases can have fatal consequences. Secondly, to prevent fear of him. Indeed, according to the latest scientific data, it is an excellent therapeutic agent.
When do you need a veterinarian?
A veterinarian is needed if the dog’s condition worsens, the allergic reaction does not subside, and the dog’s breathing becomes heavy and intermittent. If it seems that the animal is suffocating, then you need to rush to a medical facility.
Important! At the slightest sign of anaphylaxis, you should immediately go to the veterinarian. After all, the pet's life is at risk.
Even if the animal behaves as usual and there are no changes in appearance, it is worth visiting a doctor if you are sure that it was stung in the neck or face. You cannot hesitate if your dog has swallowed a wasp. There is a possibility that the insect did not have time to sting him. But when the dog begins to whine pitifully and tears well up in his eyes, the visit to the clinic cannot be postponed.
Precautionary measures
To avoid a wasp sting, you need to teach the animal not to destroy flower beds or climb into flowering bushes. After all, this is where stinging insects may end up.
You need to keep your pet away from wasp nests
When a dog spends a lot of time at the dacha, it is necessary to get rid of wasp nests, if there are any. Most often they can be found under the roof or, if there are building materials or boards on the territory, then insects can settle under them.
Advice! There are special wasp traps that are best placed on the site. The main thing is that the animal cannot reach them.
A dog that spends a lot of time outdoors may be stung by a wasp. There is no need to panic if the dog’s behavior has not changed and he is still cheerful and cheerful. He may be bothered by itching, which will go away on its own. The main thing is that the animal does not scratch the wound that appears.
If the swelling at the site of the bite grows, the animal whines, its coordination is impaired, digestion is upset, you need to urgently go to the veterinarian.
Bee venom for prostatitis
Medical practice describes detailed treatment of prostatitis with bees.
For each patient, a specific pattern of insect stings is selected. It is calculated based on the speed of the pathological process and the patient’s well-being.
At what points is the bee sting inserted? The apitherapist should select the contact points.
- Most often, bites are made into the foreskin of the penis.
- Experts say that this zone allows apitoxin to reach the prostate area faster.
- The insect sting should remain on the contact area for 15 minutes. After this, the puncture site is thoroughly lubricated with alcohol.
- Therapeutic therapy is preliminarily carried out using 5-6 insects. At the end of treatment, their number can reach up to 50 pieces.
- Apitoxin enters the prostate gland through the tissues of the cavernous bodies. In this area, good blood supply and rapid blood flow are noted.
Bee venom has a beneficial effect on puffiness and swelling. In addition, it destroys infection and congestion. The treatment period should be selected by the attending physician.
