Medical consultation for allergies

Schedule an appointment with a board-certified allergist to get tested for bee venom allergy. The allergist will perform skin prick or blood tests to determine your sensitivity level and recommend a personalized management plan.

Why It Works

Allergists use validated diagnostic tests to accurately identify venom hypersensitivity. Based on results, they can prescribe an epinephrine auto-injector (EpiPen) for emergency anaphylaxis response and may recommend venom immunotherapy, which involves gradually increasing doses of bee venom over 3-5 years to reduce allergic reaction severity by up to 98%.

Tips

• Get tested before your first season of beekeeping, not after a reaction
• Always carry two epinephrine auto-injectors during hive work if prescribed
• Ask your allergist specifically about venom immunotherapy as a long-term solution
• Inform anyone working with you about your allergy and where your EpiPen is stored
• Wear a medical alert bracelet identifying your bee venom allergy