Insect Stings & Bites in Children | Nemours Children's Health
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Insect Stings & Bites in Children | Nemours Children's Health
Stinging Insect Allergies
It’s normal for a child to have minor, short-lasting itchiness, redness and swelling after an insect bite. For some children, the immune system overreacts to the insect poison. It causes the body to make too many antibodies called immunoglobulin E, or IgE.
An allergic reaction to a stinging insect like a bee, wasp or yellow jacket can vary from mild to severe. A child may only have swelling or pain near the bite. Some may have
hives
(patches of red, itchy skin), wheezing or nausea. A serious allergic reaction called anaphylaxis can happen, which can be life-threatening. Nemours Children's doctors can help your child feel better and stay safe.
Learn more about
Stinging Insect Allergies
at the
Nemours KidsHealth Library
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Allergy & Immunology
(800) 416-4441
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It’s normal for a child to have minor, short-lasting itchiness, redness and swelling after an insect bite. For some children, the immune system overreacts to the insect poison. It causes the body to make too many antibodies called immunoglobulin E, or IgE.
An allergic reaction to a stinging insect like a bee, wasp or yellow jacket can vary from mild to severe. A child may only have swelling or pain near the bite. Some may have
hives
(patches of red, itchy skin), wheezing or nausea. A serious allergic reaction called anaphylaxis can happen, which can be life-threatening. Nemours Children's doctors can help your child feel better and stay safe.
Learn more about
Stinging Insect Allergies
at the
Nemours KidsHealth Library
CONTACT US
Allergy & Immunology
Call Us
Allergy & Immunology
Central Florida
(407) 650-7715
Northeast Florida
(904) 697-3600
Northwest Florida
(850) 505-4700
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Allergy & Immunology
Treatment for Stinging Insect Allergies at Nemours
Our pediatric allergists and immunologists are experts in all pediatric allergies. We offer evaluations like skin tests and sometimes blood tests, too. We want to find out what’s happening so we can give the best possible treatment.
For stinging insect allergies, we may recommend ongoing allergy shots, also called immunotherapy. We’ll help you know what to expect and make care easy and convenient for you. We’ll also create an emergency plan to keep your child safe.
Related Conditions We Treat
Asthma
Hives
Stinging Insect Allergies
It’s normal for a child to have minor, short-lasting itchiness, redness and swelling after an insect bite. For some children, the immune system overreacts to the insect poison. It causes the body to make too many antibodies called immunoglobulin E, or IgE.
An allergic reaction to a stinging insect like a bee, wasp or yellow jacket can vary from mild to severe. A child may only have swelling or pain near the bite. Some may have
hives
(patches of red, itchy skin), wheezing or nausea. A serious allergic reaction called anaphylaxis can happen, which can be life-threatening. Nemours Children's doctors can help your child feel better and stay safe.
Learn more about
Stinging Insect Allergies
at the
Nemours KidsHealth Library
CONTACT US
Allergy & Immunology
(800) 416-4441
Make an Appointment
It’s normal for a child to have minor, short-lasting itchiness, redness and swelling after an insect bite. For some children, the immune system overreacts to the insect poison. It causes the body to make too many antibodies called immunoglobulin E, or IgE.
An allergic reaction to a stinging insect like a bee, wasp or yellow jacket can vary from mild to severe. A child may only have swelling or pain near the bite. Some may have
hives
(patches of red, itchy skin), wheezing or nausea. A serious allergic reaction called anaphylaxis can happen, which can be life-threatening. Nemours Children's doctors can help your child feel better and stay safe.
Learn more about
Stinging Insect Allergies
at the
Nemours KidsHealth Library
CONTACT US
Allergy & Immunology
Call Us
Allergy & Immunology
Central Florida
(407) 650-7715
Northeast Florida
(904) 697-3600
Northwest Florida
(850) 505-4700
Contact Nemours
Visit our contact page to find more contact information for each of our regions
Make an Appointment
Related Specialties
Allergy & Immunology
Treatment for Stinging Insect Allergies at Nemours
Our pediatric allergists and immunologists are experts in all pediatric allergies. We offer evaluations like skin tests and sometimes blood tests, too. We want to find out what’s happening so we can give the best possible treatment.
For stinging insect allergies, we may recommend ongoing allergy shots, also called immunotherapy. We’ll help you know what to expect and make care easy and convenient for you. We’ll also create an emergency plan to keep your child safe.
Related Conditions We Treat
Asthma
Hives