We’ve all asked ourselves the question; can you drink alcohol after being stung by a wasp? Yet still we are left with unanswered questions and a search engine to navigate. First, lets try to identify what type of wasp you may have come in contact with. If we get too specific, we wind up having more questions. For example, if you’re dealing with a yellow jacket or bald faced hornet, I am inclined to say NO WAY! Wasps such as these are extremely aggressive and definitely don’t play around. Their venom is powerful enough to send an adult human into shock and cause death on a rare occasion. So back to the original question: can you drink alcohol after being stung by a wasp? ​Knowing when it is safe to drink alcohol again after being stung by a wasp, or how long you need to wait before you can drink if you were stung by a bee, is a common question. How long you need to avoid alcohol depends on the type of insect that stung you and how allergic you are to the venom. To bee or not to bee. That is the question on many a gardener’s mind around August and September when wasps begin to appear during the summer months. Although their sting can cause serious allergic reactions in some people, wasps themselves are actually not that dangerous. The real danger comes if you have been stung previously so if you have, it is best to avoid wasps at all costs- meaning avoiding areas where there are likely to be nests which includes the garden. If there is a nest nearby, this will only make matters worse as a number of wasps will be attracted to you from the nest just because of your particular scent and these new stinging insects may attack you even after the dominant one has died.

Can You Drink Alcohol After Being Stung By A Wasp

Can You Drink Alcohol After Being Stung By A Wasp

You may be wondering whether or not you should drink alcohol after being stung by a wasp. Drinking alcohol is a bad idea for many reasons, one of which is that it will increase blood flow to the area where you were stung. This increases your risk of infection, so it’s definitely something to avoid if possible.

The chemical in wasp venom that causes pain and inflammation is histamine, which also causes us to itch—and scratching at an allergic reaction can make things worse by breaking open blisters and releasing more venom into your body. That said, scratching will also cause histamine levels in your skin to rise even further!

I recommend taking an antihistamine like Benadryl (which also helps with itching) rather than drinking alcohol because it won’t exacerbate symptoms or lead to any other side effects besides drowsiness and dry mouth (if those aren’t already present). If possible I would try not drinking any alcohol at all while recovering from a wasp sting; this way I know my immune system isn’t compromised by anything else besides the initial sting itself (which could still cause problems if left untreated).

Why Do Wasps Sting?

Why do wasps sting? The answer is simple: because they can. When a wasp stings, it injects venom into the human body. This allows the wasp to defend itself from predators and protect its nest from intruders; however, it also irritates humans and animals alike. If you’ve ever been stung by an aggressive colony of yellow jackets or hornets before, then you know how painful these tiny insects can be.

As if getting stung once isn’t enough, many species actually have multiple stingers that release even more venom upon impact with their victims!

Symptoms of a Wasp Sting

The symptoms of a wasp sting include pain, swelling and redness at the site of the sting. You may also experience itching, hives, nausea, vomiting and stomach cramps. If you have been stung by a wasp in your mouth or nose you may experience difficulty breathing or swallowing. In rare cases, a person can develop anaphylaxis—a potentially life-threatening allergic reaction that causes swelling throughout the body and can lead to shock.

Home Remedies for Wasp Stings

These remedies are a great alternative to over-the-counter painkillers, which can cause nausea and upset stomach.

• Soak the sting in hot water. The heat from the water will help ease the pain. This should be done for five minutes or until you feel relief.
• Use baking soda and vinegar as an antiseptic treatment: Mix 1/2 cup of baking soda with 1 teaspoon of white vinegar, then apply it to your skin using a washcloth or cotton ball (do not rinse).
• Apply meat tenderizer directly to the affected area: Meat tenderizer contains papain, which breaks down protein bonds within cells; therefore it acts as a natural enzyme that dissolves proteins like those found in wasp venom sacs when they come into contact with each other upon entering your bloodstream (this is referred to as denaturing).[1] You can either use this solution directly on its own by dipping a cotton ball into some meat tenderizer before applying it directly over any sting wounds that are still visible after washing them off first; however this may leave stains behind so make sure you don’t wear anything light colored afterwards! Alternatively if there aren’t any visible stings left after cleaning off all traces of venom then simply mix together 1 teaspoonful each salt & baking powder (make sure both ingredients are fine granular size) into 3 tablespoons warm water until dissolved completely before adding another teaspoonful each honey & vegetable oil (again make sure both materials have been heated up beforehand).”

When To Go To The Doctor For Wasp Stings

If you’re stung by a wasp and you:

• Are allergic to the venom. If you have an allergic reaction, your body will react to the venom. Signs of an allergic reaction include hives, redness, swelling, difficulty breathing and even shock (called anaphylaxis). Anyone who has had a severe allergic reaction may need to go to the emergency room or call 911 immediately after being stung.
• Have been stung multiple times in close proximity of each other — this can cause what is called systemic poisoning which could lead to death if not treated quickly enough with medication or epinephrine (a type of adrenaline).

I will definitely opt to stay away from alcohol

The best way to avoid experiencing any side effects from a wasp sting is to take extra care and make sure you are not stung at all. That said, if you do get stung, it’s important that you follow these guidelines:

• If you know you’re allergic to wasps or bees, do everything in your power to stay away from them. Although many people can experience some swelling and discomfort after being stung by a bee or wasp, it’s possible for some people to suffer severe reactions that require medical attention.
• If possible, remove the stinger as soon as possible with tweezers (not your fingers). You may want to use gloves when doing this if you have sensitive skin around where the venom entered your body. Be careful not to squeeze or scrape the area because this could cause more venom into your bloodstream—which could lead to anaphylaxis (a severe allergic reaction).
• Avoid alcohol consumption within three hours of being stung by a bee or wasp; this increases risk of an allergic reaction.*