Bee stings & CKD

[Matt_R]

Hi,

My GFR is mid forties and I've been stung by a bee today. Should I be worried? I know multiple bee stings can cause renal failure.

Thanks, Matt

[phillen]

Thats interesting! I should imagine if you have removed it that should be ok & not cause any problems! If you start feeling unwell go to the drs!

[robin118]

I keep bees and have never had a problem. It may depend on what medication you are taking. But as other reply if you start feeling unwell seek medical advice.

[adele213]

I haven't heard that. I do know that they actually use bee stings ... on purpose, under controlled conditions. .. as a treatment for arthritis and other inflammatory conditions. Was even on national news last year.

Regarding your sting, as others have said, if you feel ill at all, see a doctor.

[Hidden]

Unlikely, unless you are allergic to bee venom (in which case you might not be posting your message)

Remove the bee sting, or get a friend to do it.

Keep the sting area clean, and seek medical advice if you have any problems

If your certain it was a bee the advice from the BBKA is sound (just ignore the bit about hive tools)

bbka.org.uk/help/stings

bbka.org.uk/help/stings/tre...

Again seek medical advice if in doubt.

[Matt_R]

Thank you everyone, I'm still here so I'm guessing I'm going to make it. Thank you for all of your replies.