How do you remove a bee stinger?

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  1. Leave it in and apply heat
  2. Remove a visible stinger promptly
  3. Dig below the skin for it

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References

  1. Insects and Scorpions at Work www.cdc.gov/niosh/outdoor-workers/about/insects-and-scorpions.html Checked 2026-10-21.
  2. Insects and Scorpions at Work www.cdc.gov/niosh/outdoor-workers/about/insects-and-scorpions.html Checked 2026-10-21.

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