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Weever fish sting:
1. Remove large spines with tweezers
2. Spines near joints/tendons will require
removal in A&E
3. Clean wound with soap and water and
rinse in fresh water
4. Immerse in hot water for 30-90 minutes
5. Do not cover
6. If not vaccinated get tetanus cover
7. Itching: apply hydrocortisone cream 2-3x/day
Weever fish https://www.glaucus.org.uk/weever2.htm
References:
NHS stings:
https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/jellyfish-and-other-sea-creature-stings/
St Johns:
http://www.sja.org.uk/sja/first-aid-advice/skin/animal-bites.aspx
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