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(a) methylated spirits
(b) ice water
(c) hot water
(d) sand
(e) anything u can find
(f) ur piss or urine

2006-06-14 00:23:45 · 11 answers · asked by Anonymous in Health Alternative Medicine

11 answers

vinegar stops the sting cell from firing and time

2006-06-14 01:37:02 · answer #1 · answered by mrdan_perkins 2 · 5 0

When stung by a jellyfish, first aid may be in order. Though most jellyfish stings are not deadly, other stings, such as those perpetrated by the box jellyfish (Chironex fleckeri) — the most venomous marine creature and possibly the most venomous of any creature on earth — may be fatal. Serious stings may cause anaphylaxis and eventual paralyzation, and hence people stung by jellyfish must get out of the water to avoid drowning. In these serious cases, advanced professional care must be sought. This care may include administration of an antivenin and other supportive care such as required to treat the symptoms of anaphylactic shock.

There are three goals of first aid for uncomplicated jellyfish stings: prevent injury to rescuers, inactivate the nematocysts, and remove any tentacles stuck on the patient. To prevent injury to rescuers, barrier clothing should be worn. This protection may include anything from panty hose to wet suits to full-body sting-proof suits. Inactivating the nematocysts, or stinging cells, prevents further injection of venom into the patient. Five percent acetic acid solution (white vinegar) is the preferred method, although meat tenderizer, or sodium bicarbonate (baking soda) will neutralize any nematocysts that have not yet discharged into the skin. Meat tenderizer should not be left on the skin for more than 15 minutes, and none of these substances should be used in the eyes. In the case of stings on or around the eyes, the solution may be placed on a towel and dabbed around the eyes, but not in them. Salt water may also be used in case any of these compounds are not readily available, but fresh water should never be used. Rinsing the sting site with fresh water, rubbing the wound, or using alcohol, spirits, ammonia, or urine will encourage the release of venom.

Once deactivated, the stinging cells must be removed. This can be accomplished by picking off tentacles left on the body. First aid providers should be careful to use gloves or another readily available barrier device to prevent personal injury, and to follow standard universal precautions. After large pieces of the jellyfish are removed, shaving cream may be applied to the area and a knife edge, safety razor, or credit card may be used to take away any remaining nematocysts.

Beyond initial first aid, antihistamines such as diphenhydramine (Benadryl) may be used to control skin irritation (pruritis).

2006-06-14 07:28:02 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 1 0

I saw an episode of Friends where Monica got stung and they said pee would cure the sting. Well the amonia in the pee any way. Or if pee isn't available, maybe a bottle of amonia. ?? But I would say (F). Final answer......

2006-06-14 07:29:57 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 0 0

Meat tenderizer works good.

2006-06-14 07:26:24 · answer #4 · answered by Ray 7 · 0 0

Urine will work and so will vinegar.

2006-06-14 07:37:58 · answer #5 · answered by RAGGEDMAN 1 · 0 0

vinegar saw it on animal planet

2006-06-14 07:27:18 · answer #6 · answered by jchas64651 4 · 1 0

its not the piss it amonia in the piss so amonia

2006-06-14 07:26:20 · answer #7 · answered by the dynamic 5 · 0 0

Rumor has it, F

2006-06-14 07:25:41 · answer #8 · answered by John 4 · 0 0

tough...probly nun.....
mayb metho

2006-06-14 07:32:07 · answer #9 · answered by samchic86 3 · 0 1

i have been told to use (f), your own pee

2006-06-14 07:27:06 · answer #10 · answered by evil 1 2 · 0 0

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