A lot of people will go to the beach this coming eid.
In sealine beach in Umm Said, there are plenty of jelly fish. I wish somebody could advise on how to avoid being bitten by jelly fish or how to treat its bite.
I was stung across the face while scuba diving and it really does feel like a combination between electrocution and acid burn. It hurts a LOT.
Vinegar and hot water are the two methods that divers use; we generally carry vinegar in the boat with us as a first method of treatment. We use very hot water after that - it needs to be so hot that you can barely stand it, but not hot enough that it will burn/scald you.
actually, jelly fish don't bite... but they do sting :P
the feeling is like being electrecuted and acid burn combined.
as per my experience, if you just leave it, the sting marks will disappear with time.
however, if you cannot bear the initial pain, i think putting some vinegar and rubbing with beach sand will help a bit ;) if that does'nt work, ask for medical help of course.
ohhh, this is a yearly problem. so take care on the beaches during september to december time, since jellyfish are in bloom at this time of the year.
1. Stay Safe. As always, safety is the most important step. Jellyfish tentacles (nematocysts) may still be on the skin. Follow universal precautions and wear personal protective equipment if available.
If the species is known to be box jellyfish (Chironex fleckeri) or Irukandji (Carukia barnesi), get emergency medical help immediately. For box jellyfish stings, vinegar may help (see tips).
2. Rinse the tentacles off. Rinse away the tentacles using hot water if possible (see step 5 for how hot). If heated water isn't available, use salt water rather than fresh. Fresh water may worsen the stinging pain.
3. Peel off the tentacles. Remove any remaining tentacles with a gloved hand, stick, shell or tweezers. Be careful not to get the tentacles on yourself or on clothing.
4. Watch for anaphylaxis. Anaphylaxis is a severe allergic reaction that can result in:
* itching
* hives
* shortness of breath
* wheezing
* tightening of the throat
* flushed skin
* weakness
* dizziness
Anaphylaxis can also cause a drop in blood pressure known as anaphylactic shock.
5. Immerse the stung area in hot water. How hot is hot? There isn't too much evidence that water under 102 degrees is going to help much, and a lot of evidence that water over 122 degrees is extremely effective. Since it's unlikely you'll have a way to truly gauge the temperature of water in a shower or a hot bath, the general rule is to have the victim either shower or immerse the sting in the hottest water he or she can stand. Work up to the heat and be careful not to scald (burn) the victim.
6. Ibuprofen and acetaminophen will help relieve pain. Ice or heat may also help. Mild itching may be helped with diphenhydramine.
Tips:
1. The Portuguese or Pacific man-of-war and the bluebottle are technically not jellyfish, but treatment is the same. Remove all tentacles from the sting site and rinse thoroughly, preferably with hot water. Watch for confusion, chest pain, and weakness. Always seek emergency medical treatment for these. Man-of-war stings can be very serious.
2. Urine will not work on a jellyfish sting. Some victims have reported pain relief, but urine does not always have enough acid to neutralize the venom. Use hot water.
3. Plain white distilled vinegar (acetic acid) like you would find in your kitchen has long been the standard first aid treatment for jellyfish stings. Its use has become controversial in the last few years and several studies leave us questioning whether vinegar really works. Vinegar is still recommended for use on box jellyfish stings, so if it's available, I'd give it a try.
Its true Blue_Rose You wont belive once i saw Qatari family on the beach. Their little son got bitten by jellyfish. They applied SOFT DRINK (Cola) on infected area and that little boy got OK! :|
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True.. dudes ..
I was bitten by small jelly fish.. @ Qatar Sealine beach,, Be careful while in water..
Use vinegar or coke, or 7up or pepsi..to cure.
i hope pain will be there for a day... :)
Phoenix_Rising and Dracula have it spot on. . .
I was stung across the face while scuba diving and it really does feel like a combination between electrocution and acid burn. It hurts a LOT.
Vinegar and hot water are the two methods that divers use; we generally carry vinegar in the boat with us as a first method of treatment. We use very hot water after that - it needs to be so hot that you can barely stand it, but not hot enough that it will burn/scald you.
Hopefully you won't get stung, though :(
actually, jelly fish don't bite... but they do sting :P
the feeling is like being electrecuted and acid burn combined.
as per my experience, if you just leave it, the sting marks will disappear with time.
however, if you cannot bear the initial pain, i think putting some vinegar and rubbing with beach sand will help a bit ;) if that does'nt work, ask for medical help of course.
ohhh, this is a yearly problem. so take care on the beaches during september to december time, since jellyfish are in bloom at this time of the year.
Drac... too much text...
Lets just stick to...
thanks a lot. your reply is very helpful
Here's How:
1. Stay Safe. As always, safety is the most important step. Jellyfish tentacles (nematocysts) may still be on the skin. Follow universal precautions and wear personal protective equipment if available.
If the species is known to be box jellyfish (Chironex fleckeri) or Irukandji (Carukia barnesi), get emergency medical help immediately. For box jellyfish stings, vinegar may help (see tips).
2. Rinse the tentacles off. Rinse away the tentacles using hot water if possible (see step 5 for how hot). If heated water isn't available, use salt water rather than fresh. Fresh water may worsen the stinging pain.
3. Peel off the tentacles. Remove any remaining tentacles with a gloved hand, stick, shell or tweezers. Be careful not to get the tentacles on yourself or on clothing.
4. Watch for anaphylaxis. Anaphylaxis is a severe allergic reaction that can result in:
* itching
* hives
* shortness of breath
* wheezing
* tightening of the throat
* flushed skin
* weakness
* dizziness
Anaphylaxis can also cause a drop in blood pressure known as anaphylactic shock.
5. Immerse the stung area in hot water. How hot is hot? There isn't too much evidence that water under 102 degrees is going to help much, and a lot of evidence that water over 122 degrees is extremely effective. Since it's unlikely you'll have a way to truly gauge the temperature of water in a shower or a hot bath, the general rule is to have the victim either shower or immerse the sting in the hottest water he or she can stand. Work up to the heat and be careful not to scald (burn) the victim.
6. Ibuprofen and acetaminophen will help relieve pain. Ice or heat may also help. Mild itching may be helped with diphenhydramine.
Tips:
1. The Portuguese or Pacific man-of-war and the bluebottle are technically not jellyfish, but treatment is the same. Remove all tentacles from the sting site and rinse thoroughly, preferably with hot water. Watch for confusion, chest pain, and weakness. Always seek emergency medical treatment for these. Man-of-war stings can be very serious.
2. Urine will not work on a jellyfish sting. Some victims have reported pain relief, but urine does not always have enough acid to neutralize the venom. Use hot water.
3. Plain white distilled vinegar (acetic acid) like you would find in your kitchen has long been the standard first aid treatment for jellyfish stings. Its use has become controversial in the last few years and several studies leave us questioning whether vinegar really works. Vinegar is still recommended for use on box jellyfish stings, so if it's available, I'd give it a try.
Source:
http://firstaid.about.com/od/bitesstings/ht/06_jellyfish.htm
I am not sure about onion. Some1 advised me. Never tried. So dont try :p
"Think 100 times before you take a decision, But once that decision is taken, stand by it as one man" - Muhammad Ali Jinnah
yousri that is drink ..but u were taling abt onion?
Pee on it would be common advice, but that is against the burning only.
You'd need to go to the pharmacy and buy some lubricants (forgot the name) that reduce the scarring.
Each person reacts different to Jelly fish bites, I had scars from my wrist to my arm-pit for 3 months.
Its true Blue_Rose You wont belive once i saw Qatari family on the beach. Their little son got bitten by jellyfish. They applied SOFT DRINK (Cola) on infected area and that little boy got OK! :|
"Think 100 times before you take a decision, But once that decision is taken, stand by it as one man" - Muhammad Ali Jinnah
yousri lolz onion?? try ginger n garlic lol or what abt chillies?
Sure it does, dweller.
Used it on our kids many times and I know it works.
Onion
"Think 100 times before you take a decision, But once that decision is taken, stand by it as one man" - Muhammad Ali Jinnah
I agreed with my grandmother on that, too, dweller.
yeah
that will help
Vinegar
Vinegar!
HOLY CRAP
i have got stung twice
strongly recommended..!! wear some full sleeve tshirt to avoid any marks
i got 1 :(
and then pee on it.
Its easier that way
Pee on it, you will feel better..