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Writerfun · 25th Oct 2011, 10:22 AM

So yesterday, I was in my basement and I felt this thing bite me. And it hurt pretty bad but I am not sure what it was. And later on my arm was a little sore and it still is. Should I be worried? It was flying around. I am not sure it was bee either. At least I don't think it's in the basement anymore. But Now i am concerned about my arm!

**Rosina** · 25th Oct 2011, 10:44 AM

The majority of insect bites are harmless. Can you see the bite now on your arm now? Describe how large it is, colour, is there any discharge?

The first thing that comes to my find for really painful bites are horseflies, though I'm not sure if you get them where you are? Horseflies are quite loud, so you said you don't think it was a bee, perhaps because it sounded like one but didn't have the same colouring?

Writerfun · 25th Oct 2011, 10:48 AM

I am not sure. I mean the bite is small. And redness and my arm is still sore

malachite · 25th Oct 2011, 02:51 PM

sounds like your average bug bite, if you were going to have a reaction it would have happened in the first 12 hours. give it a day or two

SagaciousNJ · 25th Oct 2011, 05:45 PM

The number of truly dangerous stinging insects/bugs that can fly is vanishingly small, and to the best of my knowledge none of them live in Illinois. It is somewhat possible that you're having an allergic reaction (which can be serious) but the worst effect of those generally come on immediately, so if you're OK right now then you likely haven't been envenomated to any significant degree.

Hope you feel better.

Noir · 25th Oct 2011, 07:46 PM

Perhaps it was a spider? O-o If you're not in a lot of pain outside the bite area and you're not allergic, then I wouldn't worry too much.

Writerfun · 25th Oct 2011, 09:36 PM

Thanks guys. I feel much better now. I guess I was worried over nothing.

**Eleanor Rigby** · 26th Oct 2011, 07:03 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Writerfun

Thanks guys. I feel much better now. I guess I was worried over nothing.

As I always tell my pupils : there is no such thing as a stupid question.
It's good that you're feeling better

Take care, Cécile

**KaraBulut** · 27th Oct 2011, 05:23 AM

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Originally Posted by Writerfun

Thanks guys. I feel much better now. I guess I was worried over nothing.

In general, most bites and stings are harmless unless you have an allergy to insect venom.

The treatment is the same-

Wash the area gently with soap and water- try not to massage the area as this will further distribute the venom.
If it was a bee or wasp, there is usually a stinger left in the site. In some insects, this stinger continues to inject venom, so you should remove it (with tweezers, if possible to ensure you remove all of the stinger).
Apply a cold pack to the area (a rubber glove or wet washcloth full of ice will do in a pinch).
Take an antihistamine like Benadryl. If you have cortisone cream, apply it to the area to help reduce the reaction.

Some people are sensitive to bee stings or spider bites. If you have a history of reactions or you have excessive swelling, shortnessof breath or other signs of an allergic reaction, then you should seek medical attention immediately.

25th Oct 2011, 10:22 AM	#1
Writerfun Member Regular Member Gender: Female Orientation: Bisexual Out Status: Some people Location: IL Age: 25 Posts: 49 Join Date: Oct 2011	Bite? So yesterday, I was in my basement and I felt this thing bite me. And it hurt pretty bad but I am not sure what it was. And later on my arm was a little sore and it still is. Should I be worried? It was flying around. I am not sure it was bee either. At least I don't think it's in the basement anymore. But Now i am concerned about my arm!

25th Oct 2011, 10:44 AM	#2
Rosina An Abnormal Default EC Moderator Gender: Female Orientation: Straight Out Status: As out as the next straight kid Location: Surrey, UK Age: 19 Posts: 4,103 Join Date: Sep 2008	Re: Bite? The majority of insect bites are harmless. Can you see the bite now on your arm now? Describe how large it is, colour, is there any discharge? The first thing that comes to my find for really painful bites are horseflies, though I'm not sure if you get them where you are? Horseflies are quite loud, so you said you don't think it was a bee, perhaps because it sounded like one but didn't have the same colouring? __________________ Hang in there, because things have always and will always change - It Gets Better Rebecca Drysdale

25th Oct 2011, 10:48 AM	#3
Writerfun Member Regular Member Gender: Female Orientation: Bisexual Out Status: Some people Location: IL Age: 25 Posts: 49 Join Date: Oct 2011	Re: Bite? I am not sure. I mean the bite is small. And redness and my arm is still sore

25th Oct 2011, 02:51 PM	#4
malachite EC's realist Full Member Gender: Male Orientation: Gay Out Status: Out to everyone Location: Orlando Posts: 6,480 Join Date: Apr 2009	Re: Bite? sounds like your average bug bite, if you were going to have a reaction it would have happened in the first 12 hours. give it a day or two __________________ It's the 21st century, your bigotry is outdated. Either upgrade or go away.

25th Oct 2011, 05:45 PM	#5
SagaciousNJ Admiral of the Ocean Sea Regular Member Gender: Male Orientation: Bisexual Out Status: Parents, 1 brother and 2 Friends Location: Fort Lauderale Age: 21 Posts: 36 Join Date: Sep 2011	Re: Bite? The number of truly dangerous stinging insects/bugs that can fly is vanishingly small, and to the best of my knowledge none of them live in Illinois. It is somewhat possible that you're having an allergic reaction (which can be serious) but the worst effect of those generally come on immediately, so if you're OK right now then you likely haven't been envenomated to any significant degree. Hope you feel better.

25th Oct 2011, 07:46 PM	#6
Noir EC Addict Full Member Gender: Female Orientation: Lesbian Out Status: A select few Location: Missing Age: 18 Posts: 361 Join Date: Aug 2011	Re: Bite? Perhaps it was a spider? O-o If you're not in a lot of pain outside the bite area and you're not allergic, then I wouldn't worry too much. __________________ The opposite of love isn't hate--it's indifference.

25th Oct 2011, 09:36 PM	#7
Writerfun Member Regular Member Gender: Female Orientation: Bisexual Out Status: Some people Location: IL Age: 25 Posts: 49 Join Date: Oct 2011	Re: Bite? Thanks guys. I feel much better now. I guess I was worried over nothing.

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