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Gender-Based Clinical Differences in Hymenoptera Venom Poisoning: A Retrospective Study From Taiwan (April 2021 to
Ching-Hsiang Yu1, Sheng-Teck Tan2, Hsiu-Wu Yang2
1Department of Emergency Medicine, Mackay Memorial Hospital, Zhongshan District, Taipei 10449, Taiwan.
Emergency Medicine International
|June 11, 2025
Summary
Males are more prone to severe systemic reactions and multiple stings from Hymenoptera stings. Females tend to experience more stings during holidays and specific seasons.
Area of Science:
- Allergy and Immunology
- Emergency Medicine
- Toxicology
Background:
- Hymenoptera stings represent a frequent reason for emergency department visits.
- Understanding sting patterns and outcomes is crucial for patient management.
Purpose of the Study:
- To investigate potential gender-based differences in the clinical presentation and outcomes of Hymenoptera stings.
- To identify specific risk factors associated with sting severity in different genders.
Main Methods:
- Retrospective analysis of 87 confirmed Hymenoptera sting cases from a single medical center in Northern Taiwan (April 2021-March 2023).
- Data collected included patient demographics, sting details, clinical manifestations, complications, treatments, and outcomes.
- Statistical analysis was performed to compare outcomes between genders.
Main Results:
- A near-equal gender distribution (47.1% male, 52.9% female) was observed.
- Males exhibited a higher average number of stings (1.3 vs. 1.0) and a greater likelihood of severe systemic reactions.
- Females reported more stings during holidays and were more frequently stung in spring and autumn.
Conclusions:
- Males face an elevated risk of multiple stings and severe systemic reactions following Hymenoptera envenomation.
- Gender influences sting timing and the severity of systemic reactions, highlighting the need for tailored clinical approaches.
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