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How to Get Rid of a Bee Stinger and Pain

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By nick adams
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have you ever got stung by a bee and the stinger stayed in?

Difficulty: Easy
Instructions

Things You'll Need:

  • water
  • tobacco
  1. Step 1

    I bet I know how to help try my three easy steps too getting rid of the stinger and the hurting from the sting! ever had a child or grandchildren or even your self get stung by a bee or wasp?I have children and have used this step many of times so I can assure you that it does work and in no time you will be back to running and playing or working in the yard! Try these easy steps!first of all you will need water and tobacco from a cigarette.

  2. Step 2

    then you will need to wet the stung area,with a little water.( just damp it)with a wet cloth or cotton balls.

  3. Step 3

    now you will need to get a cigarette and pull the tobacco out of it,and rub it on the stung area.Wait about 10 minutes then remove tobacco from the stung area.The stinger should come out of the tobacco when removed.The hurt from the stinging should go away shortly after!

Tips & Warnings
  • Do not use if allergic to tobacco!

Comments  

jswana said

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on 8/11/2009 You're right about the tobacco but I didn't know anyone knew that but me. I've had it done for me as a kid (most folks seemed to smoke back then) and it really did work. Jswana 5*

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on 6/14/2009 Excellent info that I will need one day. I've never been stung by a bee - knock on wood. 5*s

starlet67 said

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on 6/10/2009 interesting tip!

cabmedia said

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on 6/10/2009 Wow, excellent tips for removing a stinger. Never heard of this remedy, but i'll try it next time.

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