Bee venom has been known to reduce pain from and maybe cure chronic inflammations such as multiple sclerosis, rheumatoid arthritis, osteoarthritis, tendonitis and epicondilitis. It also reduces neck and back pains. It can also be used directly from the bee's stinger or the venom can be extracted and given as a shot. When administering bee venom to someone you must always have a sting kit handy. Like any other medicine bee venom should not be used in certain conditions.
Some contraindications are allergy to bee venom, cardiovascular diseases, metabolic diseases, etc.
Another product of the hive is propolis. Propolis is a sticky, plant-derived material that bees use for sealing cracks in the hive. Propolis, like honey, can also be used as an antibacterial, and if mixed with the latter, propolis can be used to treat burns and ulcers. It also helps in healing the thyroid glad and effectively destroys fungi. It is being used by dentists today to treat gum diseases and tooth infections.