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Bee stings are an inevitable part of summer. There are several things that you can do at home provided your child is not allergic to bee stings.

Check the area for a stinger. If the stinger is present, use a credit card to gently remove it from the skin. After stinger has been removed:
	Mix about 1 tablespoon of meat tenderizer with several drops of water (a paste consistency) and apply directly to the sting site (this is also effective for jellyfish stings). If meat tenderizer is not available,
	You can mix about 1 tablespoon of baking soda with several drops of water (a paste consistency) and apply directly to the sting site. Both of these home remedies will help to lessen the pain.

Call the pediatrician immediately if:

	Your child has difficulty breathing
	The area that was affected becomes grossly swollen (some swelling is expected)
	Your child should appear ill
	Your child has multiple stings
	You cannot remove the stinger or it breaks off under the child's skin
	Your child gets stung in the mouth or nose, which can cause swelling that blocks the airways.

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