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Jellyfish stings are fairly common problems for people swimming, wading or diving in oceans. The long tentacles trailing from the jellyfish can inject venom from thousands of microscopic barbed stingers.
Most often jellyfish stings cause instant pain and inflamed marks on the skin. Some stings may cause more whole-body (systemic) illness. And in rare cases they're life-threatening.
Most jellyfish stings get better over a few days or weeks with home treatment. Severe reactions likely need emergency m...
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Symptoms of jellyfish stings include:
Severe jellyfish stings can affect multiple body systems. These reactions may appear rapidly or several hours after the...
Jellyfish stings are caused by brushing against a jellyfish tentacle. Tentacles have thousands of microscopic barbed stingers. Each stinger has a tiny bulb that holds venom and a coiled, sharp-tipped tube.
When you brush against a tentacle, tiny triggers on its surface release the stingers. The tube pierces the skin and releases venom. It affects the area of contact and may enter the bloodstream.
Jellyfish that have washed up on a beach may still release ...
Treatment for jellyfish stings includes first-aid care and medical treatment.
Most jellyfish stings can be treated as follows:
The following tips can help you avoid jellyfish stings:
For informational purposes only and not a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment.
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