From allergy to labial abscess following a bee sting: A Case report

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dc.contributor.authorM, SBen_US
dc.contributor.authorS, NPen_US
dc.contributor.authorD-Shetty, Cen_US
dc.contributor.authorM, DTen_US
dc.contributor.authorA, Sainath, Sen_US
dc.date.accessioned2020-09-24T07:54:38Z
dc.date.available2020-09-24T07:54:38Z
dc.date.issued2020-06
dc.description.abstractArthropod bites are a common problem worldwide that are capable of inflicting injury, inciting allergic reactions, and transmitting systemic disease. Members of the Hymenoptera order in particular are of importance as they are nearly ubiquitous in nature and few such as bees, are also used for commercial purposes. These insects have stinging apparatus that deliver venom to the affected tissues during a bite. Hymenopteran venoms contain a mixture of proteins, peptides, and small organic molecules that produce varied effects. Stings from bees, wasps, and ants produce a wide array of clinical manifestations that can be local or systemic. Additionally, these stings may cause life-threatening allergic reactions. Anaphylaxis following a Hymenoptera sting is the most common serious systemic complication. Local reactions can be immediate or delayed. In a few instances, local or disseminated infections have also been reported following bee stings; although very rarely have proved fatal in severe cases. Infection rates are found to be higher in immunodeficiency states. Infections at site of a bee sting can result in the localized pustular lesion with peripheral induration or in severe cases deep necrotizing fascia infection with sepsis and multisystem organ failure. Here we report a case of a bee sting in the upper lip leading to the painful swelling with abscess formation successfully treated with antibiotics, incision, and drainage. Numerous mechanisms for infection in arthropod stings have been described; in our case report, we would like to highlight the importance of timely identification and appropriate management of the infections that may have a significant impact on the overall outcome.en_US
dc.identifier.affiliationsDr. Brunda M S Consultant, Internal medicine, Aster CMI hospital, Bangalore , Karnataka, Indiaen_US
dc.identifier.affiliationsDr. S N Padmini Specialist, Internal Medicine, Aster CMI hospital, Bangalore , Karnataka, Indiaen_US
dc.identifier.affiliationsDr. Chaithanya D. Shetty Junior Resident, Internal medicine, Aster CMI hospital, Bangalore , Karnataka, Indiaen_US
dc.identifier.affiliationsDr. Treesa MD Junior Resident, Internal medicine, Aster CMI hospital, Bangalore , Karnataka, Indiaen_US
dc.identifier.affiliationsA. Shannumukha Sainath Resident, Clinical Pharmacy, Aster CMI Hospital, Bangalore, Karnataka, Indiaen_US
dc.identifier.citationM SB, S NP, D-Shetty C, M DT, A Sainath S. From allergy to labial abscess following a bee sting: A Case report. International Journal of Medical Research & Review. 2020 Jun; 8(3): 269-272en_US
dc.identifier.issn2320-8686
dc.identifier.issn2321-127X
dc.identifier.placeIndiaen_US
dc.identifier.urihttps://imsear.searo.who.int/handle/123456789/205359
dc.languageenen_US
dc.publisherSiddharth Health Research and Social Welfare Societyen_US
dc.relation.issuenumber3en_US
dc.relation.volume8en_US
dc.source.urihttps://doi.org/10.17511/ijmrr.2020.i03.09en_US
dc.subjectHymenopteraen_US
dc.subjectBee stingen_US
dc.subjectAnaphylaxis reactionsen_US
dc.titleFrom allergy to labial abscess following a bee sting: A Case reporten_US
dc.typeJournal Articleen_US
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