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Patients & Consumers Conditions En Español Find an Allergist / Immunologist Just for Kids New Research Parent Resources Pollen Levels Publications Request a Speaker School Tools Seniors The Virtual Allergist™ Treatments Donate Now Search by Condition (A-Z) Search by Topic Allergy & Asthma Issues Educational Brochures Elements of Allergy and Asthma Order Public Education Materials Allergy Shots Drug Guide Sublingual Immunotherapy (SLIT)		Stinging insect allergy Allergy to stinging insects may affect up to 3% of people. Symptoms of stinging insect allergy include hives, generalized swelling, shortness of breath, and dizziness or light-headedness. Stinging insect allergies may be severe or even fatal, and are estimated to cause at least 40 deaths per year in the United States. People with symptoms beyond local swelling after an insect sting should be evaluated by an allergist and the exact insect(s) to which someone is allergic must be identified. An allergist can order appropriate testing and treatment for allergy to insect stings. Allergy shots to stinging insect venoms are highly effective over time in reducing the possibility of severe, potentially life-threatening reactions. Allergists are experts in the use of venom shots for treatment of allergy to stinging insects and in following their effectiveness over the course of treatment. When to see an allergist: For evaluation of potential allergic reaction after an insect sting For potentially life-saving allergy shots for venom allergy Find an Allergist/Immunologist For more on stinging insect allergy: Diseases 101: Insect sting allergy <back>
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