How to Draw Out a Bee Sting

Bee venom contains proteins that cause pain and swelling when a bee deposits its stinger into your skin. Few people will develop sensitive reactions from a bee sting. Up to 2 out of every 1,000 individuals may develop an allergic response, indicates the West Virginia University Extension Service. Due to possible allergic reactions, prompt removal of a bee's stinger is necessary to prevent complications.

Things You'll Need

• Credit card
• Soap
• Water
• Cold compress

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Instructions

• 1

  Remove the stinger as quickly as possible.

  Remove the stinger with a credit card, recommends the Mayo Clinic. Alternatively, you can use your fingernails to draw out the stinger.

• 2

  Prevent putting pressure on the venom sac, which is usually still attached to a bee's stinger. Squeezing the venom sac will pump more venom into you.

• 3

  Cleanse the affected area with soap and water to combat against infection. Applying a cold compress can minimize swelling and ease discomfort.