Can You Drink Wasp Venom in Wine?
WouterUsing wasp venom in wine has caused severe allergic reactions. Various studies have linked this to the consumption of freshly made wine.
An outbreak of allergic reactions to wasp venom in wine occurred in Valladolid, Spain. Five patients were treated in a hospital. Patients did not report being stung, but reacted negatively to wine. The patients reported a range of symptoms including redness, swelling, and difficulty breathing.
The researchers believe that the venom was derived from insects that fell into the wine during the grape pressing process. The venom proteins would have degraded as the wine matured. The study was carried out by Dr Alicia Armentia. She has published her findings in The New England Medical Journal.
The patients reported a range of symptoms including swelling, redness, and heat. Four patients also suffered facial flushing. One patient had anaphylaxis, which is a severe allergic reaction that can lead to death.
Anaphylaxis is a rare allergic reaction. The symptoms of anaphylaxis include rapid heartbeat, shortness of breath, wheezing, swelling, and hives. It is important to treat the reaction quickly. Call 911 if the symptoms worsen. The patient should be in a stable side position and given mouth-to-mouth ventilation. The patient should also wear a medical alert necklace.
The symptoms of anaphylaxis are similar to those of other allergic reactions. However, anaphylaxis can lead to death if not treated quickly. People who have been stung many times are at an increased risk for anaphylaxis.
