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Allergic reactions and insect stings

Breathing or swelling problems mean adrenaline and 112, immediately.

Call 112 territory
Call 112

What to do now

  1. 1Remove the sting by scraping sideways; cool the area.
  2. 2Anaphylaxis — swelling of lips or throat, wheeze, difficulty breathing, collapse: use the person's adrenaline auto-injector into the outer thigh straight away.
  3. 3Call 112, keep the person lying flat with legs raised (sitting up if breathing is hard).
  4. 4A second dose can be given after 5 minutes if there is no improvement and one is available.

Do not

  1. 1Do not let them stand up or walk after adrenaline.
  2. 2Do not wait to 'see how it goes' with throat or breathing symptoms.
  3. 3Do not squeeze a sting sac.

Seek urgent help if

  1. 1Any breathing difficulty, throat tightness, widespread rash, dizziness or collapse.
  2. 2Stings inside the mouth or throat, or many stings at once.

Aftercare

  1. 1Everyone who receives adrenaline needs hospital observation.
  2. 2Replace the used auto-injector and carry two on the water.
  3. 3For ticks: remove with a tick tool close to the skin and watch the site for weeks.

This page is general first-aid guidance for anglers. It cannot diagnose an injury and does not replace professional emergency care. If you are unsure, call 112.