How To Appropriately Prevent And Treat Jellyfish Stings

Emergency Care

In rare cases, jellyfish stings can cause life-threatening symptoms and will require emergency care. Such care will be required if an individual is showing signs of a severe allergic reaction, including trouble breathing, low blood pressure, and a weak or rapid pulse. This care is also required if the sting is from a box jellyfish or if the sting covers more than half of an arm or leg. If any of the aforementioned occurs, individuals should call 911 or get to an emergency room immediately. Individuals with a known severe allergic reaction to jellyfish stings should carry an epinephrine pen with them in case of stings and educate their friends and family on how to use it in case they are ever stung by a jellyfish and become incapacitated.

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