Have you ever used your EPI pen? It is not something I would voluntarily use. I usually take Benadryl (prescription strength) and get to an emergency room ASAP if I'm stung. I was told never to use my EPI until I was actually in shock. The only time I've gone into shock was from pine nuts. That sucker hurts when it is injected and the bruise I had was the size of a dinner plate. By the time I realized what was happening (I was making pesto using up some of the fresh basil from the garden), I couldn't have used my EPI if I wanted to--and I sure as heck couldn't have driven. I couldn't open my hands. And, at the ER they gave me a hefty dose of Benadryl. I slept for three days. If you want to find out if you'll react, you might wait until s/one else is there to assist you if you do.