Wasp sting envenomation: A case report

Abstract

Wasps belonging to the family vespidae is one of the dangerous hymenopteran when disturbed in its habitat either ace’tdently or purposely. Wasp stings are common, especially in populations living in vicinity to forested areas all over the world. Local signs following stings are common and generally life threatening anaphylaxis may occur, including Kounis syndrome requiring immediate treatment. This case report is of a 67yr old woman bitten by a swarm of wasps leading to her death due to envenomation and related complications.