numb arm

OCDP · #1 01-19-2007, 12:38 AM

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Originally Posted by Ruth

I think you should go to the hospital right now. You don't want to take these things lightly. Tell them you have a saltwater aquarium and mention palytoxins.

I was going to say just head to the ER and don't take chances, but thought that may sound too pushy. I personally, would be in there right now! Definitely go there informing them of palytoxin and the fact that you have a SW tank and have been dealing with live rock .

mark · #2 01-19-2007, 12:43 AM

might want to do a quick printout of the possible toxin to take along.

Joe Reefer · #3 01-19-2007, 01:07 AM

Sounds like a bristleworm sting to me.

Joe Reefer · #4 01-19-2007, 01:09 AM

http://www.emedicinehealth.com/wilde...g/page3_em.htm

Quagmire · #5 01-19-2007, 01:19 AM

Why is everyone getting worked up about palytoxin.He mentioned a mushroom,but didn't mention paly's or zoas.Could be anything from an allergic reaction,to the above mentioned bristle worm sting.Or yes palytoxin.What I mean is,lets not head up the wrong trail here,if he says to the DR. palytoxin,they may overlook an allergy that can be just as dangerous.Prodogg everyone is right about not messing around,if it has you worried go the the ER.

prodogg02 · #6 01-19-2007, 01:32 AM

pain and numdness only lasted about 20mins.talk to colby a elite about it he says the mushrooms mucus and me being a mechanic with cuts on my hand i probably had some kind of reaction he said i should wear gloves to be safe.he said hes gettin some to.

justinl · #7 01-19-2007, 02:53 AM

yup gloves and tongs would definitely be a good idea. Palytoxin? bristleworms? zoos? nudis? anemones? there's a virtually endless list of what can make you sick that ends up in an aquariium and that's not even including allergic reactions or physical injuries like bites. At any rate, I think it's a good idea to know as close as possible exactly whats in there and what possible dangers they might pose. Glad to hear you're feeling better anyways. Even better to hear that you're learning from this little episode.

Murminator · #8 01-19-2007, 01:14 AM

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Originally Posted by Joe Reefer

Sounds like a bristleworm sting to me.

Yup sounds like a bristleworm.......I was put in the ER by palytoxions hadsuper high fever, puking, crappin, and uncontrolable shakes wasn't fun but no numb fingers or swelling on me