Often mistreated That is to be omitted in a wasp sting!

Wasp stings can be dangerous: so you can protect yourself

In the summer months, it is easy to get bitten by a wasp. Such stings can not only be dangerous for people with an insect sting allergy. But how can you protect yourself? And what helps if a wasp stabbed? A certain error should be avoided.

Sting a wasp can be life threatening

Wasp stings are not only painful, but can even lead to death in the worst case. If you want to avoid unnecessary risks in the summer months, you should therefore follow some tips to prevent a sting or mitigate its consequences. A very specific error should be avoided.

Wasp stings can sometimes be life-threatening for some people. It is therefore important to note some tips to prevent a sting or mitigate its consequences. (Image: jcwait / fotolia.com)

Do not suck poison with your mouth

"After a wasp sting, contrary to popular belief, the poison should not be sucked out of the mouth," explains Dr. Utta Petzold, allergologist at the Barmer health insurance in a message.

According to the expert, it is better to cool the affected area in order to avoid a rapid spread of the poison.

According to experts, also offer home remedies against wasp stings. These include aloe vera, onions, fresh ribwort plantain, clove oil, wraps of clay and vinegar water or herbs from the garden such as parsley or basil.

A special heat device against insect bites, with which the poison is destroyed, could also help.

Scratching the skin should be avoided to prevent bacteria from entering the skin.

Avoid invitations to wasps

Dr. According to Petzold, open-ended food for wasps looking for food, especially in the late summer months, is a welcome invitation and should therefore be avoided.

"Beware of wasps in the vicinity of garbage cans and trash baskets. In addition, the insects are attracted by Fallobst, "said the expert.

It is therefore advisable not to harvest the fruit in the garden too late and to regularly remove fallen fruit.

Other ways to protect yourself from wasps are smoke and fire. So it has proven, according to experts, to put ignited coffee powder on the table.

Also dangerous for non-allergic people

Dr. Petzold advises allergy sufferers to check at the beginning of wasps time, whether the emergency pharmacy is complete and their medicines are still stable.

"Anyone who has a wasp allergy should always have their emergency medications within reach during the summer," says the expert.

"If this is not possible, it is important to keep calm during a sting. It is best to make other people aware of their plight so they can call the ambulance. "

Wasp stings in the mouth or throat can be life-threatening even for non-allergy sufferers.

Patients should immediately suck ice and consult a doctor, as swelling in these sensitive areas may make breathing difficult. If respiratory distress occurs, you should immediately call the ambulance. (Ad)