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Article: Overcoming the Sting of Summer.
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- PR Newswire
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- September 1, 2005
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MILWAUKEE, Sept. 1 /PRNewswire/ -- As summer comes to an end you may notice an increase in the number of stinging insects buzzing around your backyard and garden. A nest that had a few dozen bees and yellow jackets in July may have thousands in mid to late September, forcing people with stinging insect allergies to take extra precautions.
For most people, getting stung results in temporary redness and swelling at the site of the sting. However, for those with severe allergies to insect stings, it can result in a sudden severe reaction called anaphylaxis. Anaphylaxis is a medical emergency and may be fatal if not treated immediately.
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