It may lead to dysentery and subsequent spotting of neighbour's washing in the winter and spring. If more people were informed of the small danger of properly managed bees, it is certain that less friction would result between neighbours. Make people aware of the following points. If a bee sting is removed correctly, it will often result in pain little worse than a mosquito bite. Incorrect removal will result in all the venom being injected into the flesh and distributed throughout the body.
Severe reactions are unlikely, but can occur.
Scrape the sting out with a knife or similar instrument. A sharp finger-nail is satisfactory. Try not to rub the area, since this distributes the venom over a larger area. An ice pack applied to the area will stop the venom passing as rapidly throughout the body. It may be desirable to obtain a suitable antihistamine from a doctor and have it on hand in case of severe reactions to bee stings.