Amosi Kilipamwambu1, Adelard Massae, Erick Waitara, Elton Meleki, Peter Swai, Gudila V. Shirima and Francis F. Furia
Abstract
Bee stings account for approximately 14% of anaphylactic reactions and are the second most common trigger after food allergies. The body’s response to bee venom can range from allergic reactions to systemic toxicity, with a mortality rate of 15–25%. Survivors might develop complications such as acute kidney injury, hypertension, anemia, rhabdomyolysis, liver damage, heart attack, and breathing difficulties, depending on the number of stings. In this case series, we discuss two pediatric patients who experienced acute kidney injury following a bee sting, emphasizing the risk of severe systemic complications in children
