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Vinegar will not lessen the effects of a sting. What it can do, in certain types of jellyfish, is deactivate any unfired stingers. Studies have clearly demonstrated that dousing box jellyfish tentacles for 30 seconds with household vinegar totally inhibits the firing of any undischarged stinging cells. This can certainly be a life-saving part of first aid treatment for box jelly stings, since any tentacles remaining on the victim would otherwise continue to fire more venom, especially when an attempt is made to remove any tentacle remnants from the skin.
On the other hand, the same studies also show that vinegar will cause the tentacles of a few other jellyfish species studied (including Man of War) to discharge some or all of their remaining stinging cells. Do not use vinegar for Physalia stings. Fresh water, urine and alcohol have also clearly been shown to trigger further stinger discharge, so for non-box type jellyfish stings, it's best to try to rinse tentacles off with sea water, scrape them off, or pluck them off. Definitely do not rub them or press on them.
What else can I help you with?
How bad is a jellyfish's sting?
A jellyfish sting from a box jellyfish can kill a person in minutes if not treated. From other jellyfish, it might only sting. you can atually help it if you urinate on it.
Will vineger help a jellyfish sting?
No, vinegar does not help them sting Ba-Zing! Nice one. But yes, the pain of a jellyfish sting can be soothed with anything acidic, including vinegar, citrus juice or urine.
Why doses jellyfish sting?
jellyfish sting to protctet themselfe
What is the liquid put on a jellyfish sting to help it?
The liquid put on a jellyfish sting can be vinegar or even though it sounds gross, urine.
Why do jellyfish not sting other jellyfish?
They do.
Why don't jellyfish sting?
They do sting.
Is chlorine bad for a jellyfish sting?
No, chlorine is not recommended for treating jellyfish stings. It can actually make the pain worse and aggravate the sting. It is best to rinse the affected area with vinegar or seawater to help neutralize the venom.
What do you not put on a jellyfish sting?
another jellyfish!!
When do jellyfish sting in NC?
there are no jellyfish in NC
What are some harmful facts about jellyfish?
Jellyfishes are posiness but the sting can be very painfull. the box jellyfish are considered to be extremly lethal. The sting of jellyfish can result in anaphylaxis in humans and can cause death. Upon, receiving stings from the jellyfish, urgent and immediate medical help should be sought.
What are some things that help with jellyfish stings?
Marine Biologists will search for jellyfish and will clip all its tentacles. you can pee on your sting to heal it as well
Can jellyfish sting other jellyfish including itself?
no
