Heres how to handle stings from the most intense insects on the Schmidt Pain Index: Bullet Ant Pain Level: 4 – Symptoms: Intense burning, muscle spasms, nausea – Relief: Cold compress, antihistamines, pain relievers – Duration: 1224 hours Warrior Wasp Pain Level: 4.0 – Symptoms: Deep throbbing pain, swelling – Relief: Soap and water, hydrocortisone cream – Duration: Up to 2 hours; swelling may last longer Tarantula Hawk Pain Level: 4.0 – Symptoms: Electric jolt; temporary paralysis – Relief: Rest, cold compress – Duration: 35 minutes of intense pain; soreness for days Paper Wasp Pain Level: 3.0 – Symptoms: Burning, red welt – Relief: Clean area, ice, anti-inflammatory if needed – Duration: 3060 minutes; swelling may last hours Honey Bee Pain Level: 2.0 – Symptoms: Sharp pain, visible stinger – Relief: Remove stinger, wash area, baking soda paste – Duration: 1530 minutes; swelling fades in hours Yellow Jacket Pain Level: 2.0 – Symptoms: Sharp sting; may sting multiple times – Relief: Ice pack, antihistamine for itching – Duration: Pain fades within an hour; swelling in 12 days 林 Tip: Watch for allergy signs like difficulty breathing or hivesseek immediate care if they occur!