In a message dated 03/06/2008 18:44:23 GMT Standard Time, [log in to unmask] writes: I have even experienced systemic reactions from a bee sting: got itchy palms, itchy feet and broke out in hives Happened to me once about 25 years ago. The Doctor told me to give up beekeeping. I had hives again last year after a clutch of wasp stings and so now keep anti histamines in the car. Chris **************************************************** * General Information About BEE-L is available at: * * http://www.honeybeeworld.com/bee-l/default.htm * ****************************************************