Clinical
Specialties: Apitherapy
Bee Venom Therapy
Aftercare
 Most
patients experience between two and five days
of symptoms after Bee Venom Therapy (BVT) while
others may have some symptoms that last up
to two weeks. These symptoms may include swelling,
redness, warmth and itching in the area that
has been stung. This type of reaction is not
a cause for alarm. Swelling of an entire limb
may also occur but also is not a cause for
alarm unless the circulation to the foot or
hand is compromised. Use ice, elevate and rest.
It may take two to five days for this type
of reaction to resolve and the next treatment
will be done with a lesser dose of bee venom.
This type of reaction is not an allergic response
and treatment should not be discontinued. Hives, swollen lips or tongue or difficulty
breathing do warrant immediate treatment.
- To help minimize the discomfort after treatment
apply ice, calamine lotion, Vit E oil, aloe
vera, sunburn lotion with Benzocaine, tooth
paste or even Preparation H. If despite these
measures the discomfort (especially itching)
is still severe and is interfering with your
life (sleep, etc.) you can take 25mg Benadryl
and speak to your doctor about a prescription
for topical Lidocaine ointment or Lidoderm
patches.
- To maximize the healing potential of
BVT we strongly recommend nutritional
supplements especially in treating
systemic diseases such as Rheumatoid Arthritis
or MS.
a.
Vitamin C 2 to 4 gm a day in divided doses
b.
Vitamin B-6 (pyridoxine) 50
to 100mg a day
c.
Vitamin B-2 (riboflavin) 50 to
100mg a day
d.
Raw honey 2 tablespoons/day
e.
Pollen 1 tblsp/ day
f.
Royal jelly 500mg three times/day
g.
Propolis 500mg. three times/day
- Things to avoid
a. Anti-inflammatory drugs
b. Antihistamines unless absolutely necessary
c. Hydrocortisone and alcohol will suppress
the response of your body to BVT
d.
Prolonged exposure to sun or heat as these
may cause an exacerbation of
symptoms.
e. White food (sugar, white bread, white rice,
milk, ice cream, etc.)
f. Coffee and teas with caffeine
g. Tobacco
h. Scratching, especially with fingernails.
If you must, use a soft bristle
brush
or soft cloth
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