how do you sooth stung skin?

[sarahandkevin]

X time ago I was in cleaning my tank. I didnt notice that my four arm was bumping the frogspawn.When got out of the tank I noticed a HUGE rash on my four arm- little dots the shape/size of the frogspawn heads. the itchy rash lasted three-four weeks.

Now I have done it again. I thought I was careful- but I got a little patch of it again. when I took my hand out of the tank I soaped and scrubbed but it didnt help. Does anyone know of a way to sooth the rash?

thanks

 

[Chiefmcfuz]

Benadryl works for me when I get stung by anything.

 

[crox99]

Next time don't rub, scratch, or otherwise mess with the sting, it will only make it worse and spread faster. The first step use vinegar to kill any remaining stinging cells clinging to your skin. Next, apply heat, either hot pack or warm water, to help break down the toxin. Finally, apply hydrocortisone cream (like a Benadryl Gel) as necessary to reduce inflamation.

 

[inkblue]

get these:

http://www.thatpetplace.com/pet/prod/209636/product.web

Aqua Gloves - 1 Pair - 28 in.
Innovative Aqua Gloves are ideal for handling anemones, coral, live rock and any other sensitive aquatic life. These gloves are made from the finest PVC material and prevent allergic reactions and contamination. The fiber-reinforced sleeves are full-arm length and keep your arms completely dry, avoiding any possibility of skin contact with the aquarium water and its inhabitants.

 

[jhale]

those gloves are only good for picking up large pieces of rock, they are not sensitive enough to do anything else. I got them after getting nailed by some pallys. I used them once. I think they are surplus from a nuclear reactor supply company. that's how thick they feel

 

[aaron23]

hahahah:funnypost i agree with J, fingers and such are too think for carrying any small pieces without crushing them!

 

[e.muehlbauer]

Benadryl is an antihistamine, not a cortisone-type steroid. I would suggest the vinegar (or ammonia) asap to denature the poison...followed by the benadryl (or caladryl) cream, gel, or lotion. (My old allergist told me never to use topical benadryl...said it was a sensitizer.) You could also take a benadryl pill (or Rx type antihistamine known to be good for skin symptoms, like Zyrtec or hydroxyzine). Later on over the next few days is the time for a topical steroid. Non-Rx hydrocortisone is probably too mild. You'd be better off with an Rx type like Diprolene. Then again, I'm not a Dr........If you have an allergist or a dermatologist, give him/her a call.

 

[rookie07]

They say peeing on stings kills the bad stuff also. But Ive never tried it before, but I guess desperate times call for......

 

[Josh]

Immediately after you are stung, go and use a flat razor to shave the affected area. That will get most of the nematocysts out of the skin.

Benadryl and calamine are best for long term treatment.

 

[Josh]

They say peeing on stings kills the bad stuff also. But Ive never tried it before, but I guess desperate times call for......

It doesn't.

 

[cybermeez]

The inside of my forearms seem to be the most sensitive place for sting. I've gotten nailed accidentally by my bubble tip anemone a couple of times. I've touched the tetacles with my hands without any effect but the insde of my wrists are another story!

After getting stung, I wash the area with soap and warm water taking care not to rub too hard and imbed the nemocysts any deeper. I've tried vinegar on BTA stings and it doesn't do anything for me, but perhaps it works for other types of stings. I then put hydrocortisone cream on the area or if it's really bad and driving me nuts I'll take a benadryl.

 

[Cibo]

I dive and I keep with me Meat Tenderizer It breakes down all the bad stuff, I was in antuga and my friend got hit by a box jelly fish when he got out of the water it looked like he was wipped, and in alot of pain, put some tenderizer on the sting a short time later we were drinking on the beach again!!!
hope this helps they sell it in the spice section in the supper market if you are going on a plane keep the jar sealed it looks like drugs! lol