Presentation on theme: "Animal Scavenger Hunt. Sponges and Cnidarians Invertebrates Sponge is covered with pores Cnidarians have stinging cells. [slideplayer.com]

Clinical manifestations Patients stung by jellyfish present in one of two ways: the majority present with an immediately painful, linear/tentacle-like sting a minority present with delayed pain – Irukandji-like sting ( Table 1 ). [racgp.org.au]

Anthozoa Sea Anemones: a brief note: by Andy Horton SEA ANEMONES Sea Anemones belong to the phylum of animals known as the Cnidaria, from the cnida or sting capsule that are present in this major group of animals that also include the corals, jellyfish [glaucus.org.uk]

Neutrophils are produced in the bone marrow, a spongy tissue present inside large bones in our body. Any factor that hinders the production of neutrophils can cause neutropenia. [news-medical.net]

There is evidence, for example, that part of the genetic toolkit responsible for building the nervous system in other animals was already present in sponges. Similarly, eye-like sensory organs can already be detected in box jellyfish. [sciencedaily.com]

• Marine Animal Bite Or Sting

  Definition Venomous marine animal bites or stings may cause skin irritation, rash or a puncture wound. [healthschool.blogspot.com]

• Regurgitation

  Waste is regurgitated through the same opening. The tentacles sting zooplankton or fish that pass too close, and the anemone swallows its prey whole. Most anemones cannot sting humans with any noticeable effect. [njscuba.net]

• Ulcer

  The complications that may arise from a Sea Sponge Irritation may include: Anaphylaxis type allergic reaction Severe itching that lasts many days Bleeding and skin ulceration can cause secondary bacterial or fungal infections to develop Protracted healing [dovemed.com]

  The smallest cut, if left untreated, can become ulcerous. Watch for secondary infections indicated by the presence of a red and tender area surrounding the cut. Prevention Extreme care should be used when swimming/diving near coral. [snorkelstj.com]

  Incidences of coral envenomation can result in ulcer development and become exceedingly painful, even so severe that it becomes disabling to the individual, although recovery usually occurs. This is something to consider regarding tank maintenance. [advancedaquarist.com]

First Aid and Treatment 1. Treatment is largely supportive and symptomatic. [snorkelstj.com]

Treatment: nonspecific, primarily supportive. Suggested treatment has included calcium gluconate, corticosteroids, atropine, vitamin B, pyroxidine, amitriptyline and mannitol. [scuba-doc.com]

These are placed in 1-4% formalin and then examined under the microscope. 7 Treatment of Irukandji syndrome The mainstay of treatment for Irukandji syndrome is supportive care and pain relief. [nps.org.au]

Treatment Decisive treatment should be instituted at the first indication of an allergic reaction. [dtmag.com]

(Outcomes/Resolutions) The prognosis of Sea Sponge Irritation is generally good with effective and timely treatment, since a majority of the cases are mild. [dovemed.com]

(Etiology) The sea sponge can release a toxic chemical that can affect the skin on contact Depending on the amount of chemical in contact with the skin, the severity of the signs and symptoms is dictated What are the Signs and Symptoms of Sea Sponge Irritation [dovemed.com]

Shellfish poisonings, thought to have an algal etiology, include paralytic shellfish poisoning (saxitoxin), amnesic shellfish poisoning (domoic acid), diarrheic shellfish poisoning (okadaic acid), and erythematous (internal bleeding) shellfish poisoning [advancedaquarist.com]

Other jellyfish Information on other jellyfish in Australia is based on isolated case reports and expert opinion due to the lack of epidemiological studies of definitely identified jellyfish stings. [nps.org.au]

Human Pathophysiology after Envenomation 4.1. Cutaneous and Systemic Symptoms No one has been found to be resistant to the pain of jellyfish envenomation. Nonetheless, some people may be more resistant to a low dose of toxins than others. [mdpi.com]

Caution should be used to prevent scalding the skin which can easily occur after a brief period in water above 122ºF (50ºC). 3. Clean the wound of all foreign objects. Use an antibiotic ointment to prevent infection. [snorkelstj.com]

To moisten, clean, cool, or wipe with a sponge. abdominal sponge A flat sponge formerly used during surgery as packing to prevent closing or obstruction by intrusion of viscera, as covering to prevent tissue injury, and as absorbents. [medical-dictionary.thefreedictionary.com]

When you’re in the water, you can prevent injuries by being informed about local marine life and water conditions. [iamat.org]

Prevention To prevent marine bites and stings, avoid infested water. In swimming areas, learn about potentially hazardous marine life and observe posted warning signs and flags. It's best to swim only in areas staffed by a lifeguard. [healthschool.blogspot.com]

While research is in its infancy, these nanoparticles could one day be part of a vaginal gel to prevent HIV transmission. [sciencefocus.com]