--- In insectstings@yahoogroups.com, "rstuarthaas" <rstuart-haas@...> wrote:
>
> Hello,
> My 2 year old son was stung by one single fire ant on Thursday and went into
anaphlactic response. I rushed him to the ER where he received treatment and
epi pens, but I am still so shaken and scared. I have spent the last few days
crying and terrified of the future. Fire Ants are plentiful where we live and
the idea of him spending the rest of his life indoors is insane and irrational.
But the image of his limp body is haunting me and something I'm sure I will
never forget.
>
> R
>
Hello,

Glad you found this group! It will probably be your best support! My son was
stung by a fire ant when he just turned 3. He went into anaphlactic shock as
well. He is 5 now. It has been an emotional roller coaster but I do think it is
getting better.
He began immunotherapy last year and has tolerated it well as far as systemic
reactions. I absolutely have to force myself to take him because no parent wants
to take their kids for shots but I know it is for the best for his future. I
completely understand your emotions.You experienced something traumatic. It is a
process to get through. When you have time read through the old posts. They do
help.If you have any questions please feel free to ask. Everyone here has the
experience unfortunately.
Take care,
Lisa