Allergy to insect stings

Stings by bees, wasps, hornets, and other insects can cause life threatening allergic reactions. Severe reactions cause wheezing, shortness of breath, swelling around the face and neck, and other symptoms. People with severe allergic reactions to insect stings can take a series of injections to greatly reduce the risk of recurrence of such reactions. Furthermore, anyone vulnerable to severe allergic reactions from any cause should carry an epinephrine delivery system at all times for emergency treatment.