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If you pee on a jellyfish sting, you'll smell like urine and the sting will still hurt.


Urinating on a jellyfish sting does not deactivate the stingers. Vinegar and vodka are better remedies. There is more information at http://www.jellyfishart.com/kb_results.asp?ID=17
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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.


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.


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 do people pee on jellyfish stings?

People pee on jellyfish stings because urine contains compounds that can help neutralize the toxins in the jellyfish venom, providing relief from the pain and itching caused by the sting.


Is the jellyfish pee myth true or false?

False. The myth that jellyfish pee on you when you get stung is not true. Jellyfish sting with their tentacles, which release venom, not urine.


Are Jellyfish stings alkali?

It's alkali...treated with veniger ( or urine). water works


Is it ok to urinate on a jellyfish sting?

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


Why doses jellyfish sting?

jellyfish sting to protctet themselfe


Why do jellyfish not sting other jellyfish?

They do.


Why don't jellyfish sting?

They do sting.


Will a jellyfish sting you if you are covered with whale urine?

It doesn't make a difference whether you're covered with whale urine or not, if you're near a jelly, you could get stung.


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.