The human body initiates an immediate inflammatory response upon bee sting contact. Specialized immune cells rapidly mobilize, sending signals that trigger localized swelling, redness, and pain.

Bee stings trigger the release of chemicals ... low blood pressure and a swelling of the face, tongue, mouth and lips, so that the airways become obstructed. Death can come from heart failure.

“Worse than a bee sting. Worse, much worse,” she said. These sea creatures serve as a painful reminder for beachgoers to watch where they swim and step. “I came out here with bare ...