Owww my torch coral stung me!!!

[Myka]

Originally Posted by Timbits

It's not getting worst but its not getting better either. Still pretty swollen... Omg that's scary I'm pretty worried now I won't lose my finger right lol

If it's not better today I would be going to the doctor.

One thing I forgot to mention is it's a good idea to take an antihistamine because unusually strong reactions to stings are sometimes allergic reactions.

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[Timbits]

Originally Posted by strider

I think it's time to go see the dr. Make sure u look up toxin info first.

Check out post #7
http://www.ultimatereef.net/forums/s...d.php?t=429388


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Okay I'm going to see the doctor on Friday. I think it's getting worst now. Today it became very itchy, more stiff, and other parts of my body started hurting I don't know if that's related but I woke up and my left foot feels bruised and it was perfectly fine when I went to bed that was 2 days ago it still feels bruised today. Also I think my back pain got worst as I can feel it more often now...

Thanks for the link strider!

[MarkoD]

Lol I think you're freaking yourself out.

Just take a Benadryl incase you're having an allergic reaction

[Timbits]

Originally Posted by Myka

If it's not better today I would be going to the doctor.

One thing I forgot to mention is it's a good idea to take an antihistamine because unusually strong reactions to stings are sometimes allergic reactions.

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Hmmm okay ill see if I have any laying around...

[FishingGoalie]

I would still go to doctors though

[Timbits]

Originally Posted by MarkoD

Lol I think you're freaking yourself out.

Just take a Benadryl incase you're having an allergic reaction

LOL I hope so!!!!!!

[Timbits]

Originally Posted by FishinGoalie

I would still go to doctors though

The doctor probably won't even know what to do lol but ya I'm gonna go on Friday

[Myka]

Originally Posted by Timbits

The doctor probably won't even know what to do lol but ya I'm gonna go on Friday

He won't know anything specific about it. If you take him some info that might help. Mycobacterium marinum is a bacteria that causes Mycobacteriosis. My understanding is this is usually associated with joint pain. There are also several species of Vibrio infections, but those would have probably made you very, very sick by now. Those are the two more common infections that are transferable to humans.

Chances are that you're simply more sensitive to that particular coral. I've also noticed that many people (myself included) are more sensitive to stings each time it happens.

Here is a link with lots of information... www.wetwebmedia.com/woundfaq.htm

[Timbits]

Originally Posted by Myka

He won't know anything specific about it. If you take him some info that might help. Mycobacterium marinum is a bacteria that causes Mycobacteriosis. My understanding is this is usually associated with joint pain. There are also several species of Vibrio infections, but those would have probably made you very, very sick by now. Those are the two more common infections that are transferable to humans.

Chances are that you're simply more sensitive to that particular coral. I've also noticed that many people (myself included) are more sensitive to stings each time it happens.

Here is a link with lots of information... www.wetwebmedia.com/woundfaq.htm

Wow, thanks so much for the info Mindy! I really appreciate it, now time to read up!

[Scuba Diver Gal]

Any chance you are a scuba diver and have DAN insurance? Because when I got home from a recent dive trip, I phoned them about some medical questions I had (was worried it was related to my diving)…they were super helpful on the phone. I am pretty sure they would know lots about coral stings, etc. They also referred me to a dive doctor in Calgary…just a thought, in case the local docs aren't helpful. it was a quick 10 minute phone call and also a follow up email from them.