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Marine Animal Sting OR Bite | Symptoms & Signs | Diagnosis & Tests | Prevention & Expectations | Treatment & Monitoring
Sudden pain is usually the first sign of a marine animal bite or sting. A swimmer may notice a jellyfish floating nearby, or feel a stingray or sea urchin beneath the foot.
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Marine Animal Sting OR Bite: Symptoms & Signs
Marine Animal Sting OR Bite: Prevention & Expectations
Author: Gail Hendrickson, RN, BS Reviewer: Vincent J. Toups, MD Date Reviewed: 03/12/01