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Is it ok to urinate on a jellyfish sting?

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∙ 15y ago
Updated: 11/24/2022

NO, IT IS NOT!

This is an old wives tale and will do nothing to combat a jellyfish sting. In fact the toxins in urine may cause the wound to become infected. Immersion in warm water is the best thing to do. Application of vinegar has been known to help in some cases

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Why do you urinate on a jellyfish sting?

You don't.


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.


Why doses jellyfish sting?

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Do you urinate on a jellyfish sting?

No. Rubbing wounds, or using alcohol, spirits, ammonia, or urine may have strongly negative effects as these can encourage the release of venom.


Why do jellyfish not sting other jellyfish?

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Why don't jellyfish sting?

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Can jellyfish sting other jellyfish including itself?

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