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Intraoral Hymenoptera sting.

C L Mader

    Journal of the American Dental Association (1939)
    |March 1, 1980
    PubMed
    Summary
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    A yellow jacket sting on the soft palate caused a distinct lesion with erythema and a pink ring. Prompt medical evaluation is advised for Hymenoptera sting reactions.

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    Area of Science:

    • Oral Medicine
    • Allergology
    • Toxicology

    Background:

    • Hymenoptera stings can cause local and systemic reactions.
    • Reactions range from pain and swelling to severe anaphylaxis.
    • Intraoral stings present unique diagnostic and management challenges.

    Observation:

    • A patient presented with a well-demarcated lesion on the soft palate 4 days post-yellow jacket sting.
    • The lesion exhibited deep red erythema (1.5 cm) with an inner coral pink ring (0.5 cm).
    • The patient reported no discomfort at the time of dental examination.

    Findings:

    • The observed lesion is consistent with an insect sting reaction.
    • The absence of pain and significant swelling may indicate a localized, non-severe reaction.

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  • The specific morphology of the lesion provides diagnostic clues.

    • Implications:

    • Intraoral Hymenoptera stings require careful assessment for potential airway compromise.
    • Referral to a physician is crucial for monitoring and managing potential systemic or delayed allergic responses.
    • Proper management includes potential stinger removal to prevent further venom injection.