If it is stung by an anger, it is best not to do as Monica in Friends. If you don’t usually go to the beach with vinegar in your bag, you don’t have to worry either – there are other things you can do.
It is in popular wisdom and even acclaimed series – such as Friends, which popularized the practice after Chandler has after a setback with these sea animals. It is known by everyone: Urining in the nail bit is the key to mitigating pain. Only we are wrong.
As explained by, the concentration of salts and other compounds present in the urine varies greatly. However, if it is too diluted, it is similar to freshwater-the worst water it can put in daey stitches as it causes a hive reaction.
Yes must choose to salt water – Putting the foot or body zone affected under seawater can relieve pain. But the best is really vinegar.
Yes, naturally it will not walk with a bottle of vinegar in the beach bag. However, as soon as it can, the best to use is the vinegar, or 5%acetic acid.
For bites of some particular species, such as the Cyanea Capillata ewChrysaora quinquecirrhaa folder made with baking soda and seawater should be even more effective.
According to, you should seek help from a professional if they are stung by a hail – Savior swimmers will know what to do. However, there are ways to relieve pain.
You should not rub the region, and if you think it may develop bite allergies should take an antihistamine, such as diphenidramine. Hot water and one analgesic ointment, such as lidocaine, They should also relieve the feeling of irritation.
If you feel a lot of pain, take ibuprofen and not stress – most bites disappear within a few days, and pain does not extend for more than 24 hours.
CAROLINA BASTOS PEREIRA, ZAP //
