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Asked by Orla208 to Roberto, Jasmine on 13 Nov 2018. This question was also asked by Joe07, AK, #puppie lover.
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Roberto answered on 13 Nov 2018:
Sorry, I do not know precisely. I have never been stung by a jellyfish.
I think the better person to answer you would be Jasmine, who is currently working on jellyfish.
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William commented on :
The best way to prevent a jellyfish sting is to get information about conditions on the beach before heading into the water. Talk to lifeguards, local residents or officials with a local health department before swimming or diving in coastal waters, especially in areas where jellyfish are common.
Avoid water during jellyfish season. Stay out of the water when jellyfish numbers are high.
Use protective lotions. Some clinical evidence shows that anti-jellyfish sting protective lotions may result in fewer stings after exposure to jellyfish tentacles. It may be especially helpful to people at high risk of stings.
Wear a protective suit. When swimming or diving in areas where jellyfish stings are possible, wear a wet suit or other protective clothing. Diving stores sell protective “skin suits” or “stinger suits” made of thin, high-tech fabric. Consider protective footwear as stings can also occur while wading in shallow water.
Jessica209 commented on :
That cool and very good to know!
Jasmine commented on :
To prevent a jellyfish sting from hurting you should rinse the sting with vinegar for 30 seconds and then take a hot bath for 40 – 45 minutes to relieve the pain. I’ve tested several different treatments in the lab and this one was most effective.
Orla208 commented on :
Wow I thought you were suppose to pee on the sting because pee contains ammonia !
Joe07 commented on :
That’s great to know!
D h-man99⚽️ commented on :
I know isn’t it Joe07🤯🤯