does anyone know remedy for jelly fish stings ?
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I'm a Scuba instructor on Guam and we use vinegar as a first-aid treatment. We usually have a bottle of it on the boats. I have read that hot water and meat tenderizer breaks down the toxin.In severe cases some people have to go to the hospital from the immense pain.
Guam has it's share of Jellyfish and stinging critters. In the open sea I always wear a 2mm or 3mm wetsuit not only for warmth but for protection as well. There are lightweight lacra "skins" that are lightweight and inexpensive way to avoid stings. I have also seen a sunblock product that contains something that prevents stings. I have seen it only once on a boat tour. Maybe surf the internet for it. I have seen that product on TV during the experimental stage. The scientist rubbed the liquid on his arms and handled jellys that were highly toxic!
Hope this helps! Good luck.
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urine.and im not kidding.
Try this:
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http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Jellyfish#Treatment_of_stings
I've heard of actually peeing on the wound and the pain should subside.
Rinse the affected area with salt water or don’t rinse it at all. Do not rinse the involved area of skin with fresh water, because it will further activate nematocysts and worsen the reaction.
Using protective gloves or forceps, remove any tentacles still in contact with the victim.
Apply acetic acid 5% (white vinegar). This will inactivate undischarged nematocysts and the toxin and will help to decrease symptoms.
Use over-the-counter pain medications such as acetaminophen (Tylenol) or ibuprofen (Advil, Motrin) to control pain symptoms. Immobilize the area that was poisoned to prevent further spread. For example, if a foot was stung, encourage the victim to keep the area still with as little movement as possible.
If the victim appears ill, do the following:
* Lay the victim down.
* If the victim begins vomiting, roll the victim onto his or her side so that the vomit is not breathed in.
* Call for an ambulance.
You may need help breathing in extreme cases (such as with a severe box jellyfish poisoning).
Your vital signs will be monitored. Low blood pressure, or shock, will initially be treated with IV fluids, followed by appropriate medications.
Severe allergic reactions will always be considered and treated with appropriate medications.
Serious poisonings by the box jellyfish of Australia require an antivenom. This antivenom reverses the effect of the poison and can be life saving.
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http://www.emedicinehealth.com/jellyfish_stings/article_em.htm
Vinegar, or ammonia.
Peeing on it works, because urine contains ammonia (which is also what makes urine stink so much).
Squeeze the lemon extract on the affected area it will help ease out the burning pains. Don't wash with tap water but instead use the salt water to clean it up. Don't rinse the lemon and let it stay for few hours.
White vinegar if you don't want to use Urine, but both work.
Urine will do the trick, seriously! It sounds silly, but it's true. There's ammonia in it that subsides the pain. It's a lot quicker and MUCH less painful than running to the pharmacy.
So, the next time you go swimming, bring along a trustful buddy, just in case.
Source(s):
Discovery Channel
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