Jellyfish Stings, First Aid 

In the case of some jellyfish stings, such as a sting from the box jellyfish of Australia, an antivenin may be necessary to treat the symptoms of anaphylactic shock.

The treatment may vary depending on the type of jellyfish sting. General treatment measures for most jellyfish stings are as follows:

1. Immerse the sting area in hot water until pain is relieved.
2. Remove tentacles (if still present) with forceps.
3. Remove stingers (nematocysts) with shaving cream and a razor.
4. Administer pain reliever and treat itching.