Preparing questions in advance can help parents to have more meaningful discussions with their child’s physicians. Parents may wish to ask their child's doctor the following questions about insect stings and children:

1. What symptoms may indicate that my child is allergic to an insect?
   
   
2. What tests will you use to diagnose my child?
   
   
3. Is an insect sting allergy dangerous to my child?
   
   
4. Is my child likely to be allergic to other insects as well?
   
   
5. What are some ways my child can avoid being stung?
   
   
6. What should I do if my child is stung by an insect?
   
   
7. Under what circumstances should I seek medical attention for my child after an insect sting?
   
   
8. Are there any medications available that can treat an insect sting allergy?
   
   
9. Is my child a candidate for allergy shots?
   
   
10. Is it possible my child will outgrow this allergy?