How Do You Treat A Stingray Sting?
If you manage to surprise a stingray and get stung, you are likely to have a very painful reaction. There is little known about the toxin in a stingray sting, other than it is protein based and can be dangerous. Symptoms of Stingray Stings • extreme pain (can last as long as two days) • bleeding • swelling around the wound • redness or blue coloring around the wound • dizziness • muscle cramps or weakness • seizures • irregular pulse • low blood pressure If you suspect a stingray sting, follow these steps. Difficulty: EasyTime Required: N/AHere’s How: • Stay Safe. Don’t panic. Stingrays sting to scare us away. The sting is painful, but not very harmful. Victims should make their way back to the safety of shore by shuffling their feet (so they won’t be stung again). • Call 911. The victim of a stingray sting will need medical attention. Stingray stings are very painful and victims will at a minimum need medicati
