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This article was co-written by Jennifer Boidy, RN. Jennifer Boidy is a practicing nurse in Maryland. She received her associate of science degree in nursing from Carrpl Community College in 2012.
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The good news is that jellyfish stings are rarely life-threatening. [1] X Trusted Source Mayo Clinic Go to Source The bad news is that jellyfish will release thousands of tiny spikes that stick into the victim’s skin while stinging and releasing venom. Usually jellyfish venom causes mild discomfort or redness and pain. In rare cases, jellyfish venom can cause systemic illness. If you or someone else is stung by a jellyfish, it can be helpful to act quickly and decisively.
Steps
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- The sting covers more than half an arm, half a leg, a large area of the upper body, or the sting is on the face or genitals. [2] X Research Source
- The sting causes a serious allergic reaction, including (but not limited to) symptoms such as difficulty breathing, dizziness or lightheadedness, nausea, or heart palpitations. [3] X Research Sources
- The sting is from a box jellyfish. The venom of the box jellyfish is extremely powerful. This jellyfish is found on the coast of Australia and in parts of the Indo-Pacific and Hawaii. [4] X Research Source Box jellyfish are light blue in color and have a square-shaped head, or “medusa head.” They can reach a length of approximately 2 meters.
- When getting out of the water, try not to scratch the stung area. It is possible that the jellyfish’s tentacles are still attached to the skin, and you will get additional stings if you scratch or touch them.
- Do not rub the sting area with a towel after washing, as this can activate the remaining stingers.
- The stings of some jellyfish species may respond better when treated with a combination of salt water and baking soda. [7] X Research Sources
Remove jellyfish tentacles from skin
- Do not rub a cloth or towel over the sting to try to remove the tentacles, as this will cause more stinging cells to continue to secrete venom.
- Try to stay still when removing the tentacles. The more you move while removing the tentacles, the more venom will be released.
- If you show signs of shock, you need to have someone call 911 right away, and try to stay as calm as possible.
Avoid common mistakes
Discomfort and next steps
- In rare cases, jellyfish stings can cause infection or scarring, but most people avoid this, even with very severe stings.
- In rare cases, hypersensitivity to the venom can occur for a week or weeks after being stung. [16] X Trusted Source Mayo Clinic Go to Source Blisters or other skin irritations can appear suddenly. Although anaphylaxis is generally not dangerous, it is better to see a general practitioner or a dermatologist for treatment.
Advice
- Call the beach lifeguard. Lifeguards are experienced in dealing with jellyfish stings and have the tools and skills needed to treat jellyfish stings quickly and effectively.
- Many times the victim does not see the creature that burned him. If symptoms persist or worsen, seek medical attention after being stung by a sea creature.
- Treatment will depend on the type of jellyfish and the severity of the sting. In the case of a box jellyfish sting, the victim will be treated with antivenom to detoxify. If the sting causes loss of heart function, the victim will receive CPR and epinephrine injections.
Warning
- Do not apply any of the above solutions around the eyes. Dip a clean cloth or washcloth in the solution and dab around your eyes.
- Do not leave the meat tenderizer on the skin for more than 15 minutes.
- Never rub to remove the tentacles, as this will cause additional pain. Instead, pull or scrape the tentacles off the skin.
This article was co-written by Jennifer Boidy, RN. Jennifer Boidy is a practicing nurse in Maryland. She received her associate of science degree in nursing from Carrpl Community College in 2012.
There are 11 references cited in this article that you can view at the bottom of the page.
This article has been viewed 62,031 times.
The good news is that jellyfish stings are rarely life-threatening. [1] X Trusted Source Mayo Clinic Go to Source The bad news is that jellyfish will release thousands of tiny spikes that stick into the victim’s skin while stinging and releasing venom. Usually jellyfish venom causes mild discomfort or redness and pain. In rare cases, jellyfish venom can cause systemic illness. If you or someone else is stung by a jellyfish, it can be helpful to act quickly and decisively.
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