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Herbal Remedies for Bee Stings

Herbal anti-inflammatories for the skin can be used. Echinacea tincture used both internally and externally can also be helpful.

Herbal Remedies for Stings

A course of immune stimulants can be supportive. Applying tincture of echinacea locally may help reduce pain.

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Bites and Stings - Encyclopedia of Alternative Medicine

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