While this response is protective for the bee, as it deters potential threats, it can lead to significant distress for the person stung, especially if they are prone to allergic reactions.

There was nothing unusual in this, except that this was a remote patch of Valentia Island in Ireland, that few people stumbled upon. The father spotted Paul dressed up in his bee suit and ...

Patients & methods: Five children (four boys and one girl) aged 9.5–18 years with severe systemic bee sting reactions and confirmed IgE-mediated allergy were enrolled. Plasma and urine ...