What if the hornet, whose bite is so dangerous, stung?

Often people take hornets for large wasps (their brethren). Not knowing what they are dealing with, they themselves are putting themselves in great danger. After all, a hornet, whose bite can become fatal, is much more dangerous than an ordinary wasp due to its size and greater content in the poison of the neurotoxin. Most often these insects attack when someone tries to damage their nest or makes sharp movements near them. To transmit signals about the danger used odorous substances - pheromones. That's why you can not leave near the house of a dead insect. Even a dead hornet is dangerous. The spreading smell can then attract a whole swarm of its relatives. And then wait for troubles. Enraged insects can easily attack a person.

Signs of a bite of a hornet

Hornets, as well as wasps, can bite repeatedly. After this, local reactions develop, such as swelling, pain, redness, and general malaise (headaches, often fever, symptoms of poisoning). A bite in the neck, and even more so in the throat, can lead to suffocation, the development of anaphylactic shock and death. On the right is shown how the hornet bite looks . The photo gives an idea of the danger of this phenomenon.

What to do if the hornet stings

Reactions to bite are of two types: allergic and toxic. If the poison gets directly into the vessel or next to it, then there may be a loss of pressure, up to a lethal outcome. This is especially frightening if the hornet, whose bite is so dangerous, stings into the neck or head. It is necessary to immediately apply something cold to remove the edema and do not hesitate to call the "First Aid". If you are suddenly stung by a hornet, his bite before the arrival of doctors can also be treated in the following ways. It is good to stir a special solution of vinegar, water and ammonia. After rubbing the place of sting, then apply a compress. You can replace this solution with lemon juice or even in extreme cases with urine. These measures will help to remove the edema and reduce the rate of assimilation of the poison by the body. If you have allergic reactions, you should immediately take the drug "Cordiamin", as well as antihistamine medicine (funds "Suprastin", "Tavegil", etc.). Quick access to a doctor is a prerequisite to avoid dangerous consequences.

What are the consequences of biting hornets

As a rule, the sting of hornets is not too dangerous for a person. However, the consequences depend on the presence of an allergic reaction, as well as the localization of the site of the bite. Of course, they are very dangerous if they are in the neck, throat, head, and also where the largest vessels of the circulatory system pass through the person. In fact then the poison can, having got in a blood, very quickly to extend and reach a brain. The main complications with bites of hornets: edema Quinck, urticaria, dysfunction of the heart (sometimes until it stops), suffocation.

How to protect yourself from bites

In fact, the hornet, whose bite is so frightening, is quite a peace-loving representative of insects. If he is not touched and provoked, he will not attack. But if the attack has already begun, then the whole family will join it. How not to allow the sting of these insects to turn against you?

• In the woods or in nature, be careful. Avoid using spicy perfumes with sharp aromas.
• If the hornets flew in, in no case can not make sudden movements, try to drive away the insects. This will only worsen the situation.
• Do not touch the nest of insects, if you find it. To protection of housing hornets are as responsible as possible.
• When you see the nest, try to move to a safe distance as soon as possible. Hornets do not lead a foe for a long time. The distance of the pursuit is much less than that of bees.