Although a jellyfish can kill a small aquatic animal, its sting is not usually fatal to humans. It tends to cause pain, skin rashes, fever and muscle cramps. The degree of pain and reaction to a jellyfish sting can depend on the species -- larger jellyfish have larger cnidoblasts that...
Let’s Begin… You’re swimming in the ocean when something brushes your leg. When the tingling sets in, you realize you’ve been stung by a jellyfish. How do these beautiful gelatinous creatures pack such a painful punch? Neosha S Kashef details the science behind the sting....
Before I get into how to treat a jellyfish sting, it’s first important to understand how jellyfish stings work. Jellyfish sting you through nematocysts which are released from their tentacles. Nematocysts are tiny spine covered tubules. The spines anchor themselves in your skin and when the ...
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Been stung by a jellyfish? It's more common than you might think: The Weather Channel recently reported that more than 3,000 people were treated for jellyfish stings in Central Florida in two weeks, and the beaches issued warnings of dangerous marine life. The good news is that while th...
Anyone wanting to learn how to draw a jellyfish will find the answer here! By the end of this tutorial for kids, you’ll be able to draw your very own
Jellyfish-sting injuries are generally confined to irritation, burning, and stinging sensations on the affected area. However, in rare cases of severe envenomation, one might experience vomiting, trouble walking, nausea, headaches, and seizures. If that's the case, Dr. Szymanski suggests seeking ...
Jellyfish-sting injuries are generally confined to irritation, burning, and stinging sensations on the affected area. However, in rare cases of severe envenomation, one might experience vomiting, trouble walking, nausea, headaches, and seizures. If that's the case, Dr. Szymanski suggests seeking ...
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