Well, I can chalk off “Stung by Bee” from the list of things that is not pleasant and never happened before.
It is definitely one of the most painful experience that one can ever experience. As for me, it has been almost 12 hrs since I was stung and I am still experiencing considerable pain and discomfort. Anyway, I immediately look for treatment methodology and find a pretty good list from www.drgeene.com/21_2002.html. Here it is:
- Remove the stinger with all haste, in whatever manner is most convenient. If you see a little black – dot in the wound, part of the stinger is still present.
- Apply a solution of one part meat tenderizer to 4 parts water. Papain, the enzyme in meat tenderizer, breaks down the protein in bee venom responsible for the pain and itching. Don’t leave this on for more than 30 minutes, or it can irritate the skin. If this isn’t available, you might try an antiperspirant. Aluminum chlorohydrate reduces the effect of bee venom, but to a lesser extent.
- Apply cold. Use ice or cool water for 10 to 30 minutes after the sting. This blunts the body’s allergic response.
- An antihistamine such as Benadryl, taken by mouth, can give some added relief, and help prevent the reaction from spreading.
- A shake lotion such as calamine can be helpful. A paste made of baking soda and water can have a similar effect.
- Topical hydrocortisone can also provide some symptomatic relief.
- Give acetaminophen or ibuprofen for systemic pain relief.
Oh well, life goes on 
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