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Wilderness: Scorpionfish, Lionfish, and Stonefish (cont.)

Medical Author:
Scott H Plantz, MD, FAAEM
Medical Editor:
N Stuart Harris, MD, MFA
Medical Editor:
Francisco Talavera, PharmD, PhD
Medical Editor:
James Kimo Takayesu, MD

Treatment

  • Remove the exposed person from the water to prevent drowning.


  • Immerse the wound for 30-90 minutes in water as hot as the poisoned person can tolerate. Repeat as necessary to control pain.


  • Use tweezers to remove any spines in the wound.


  • Scrub the wound with soap and water. Then flush the affected area with fresh water.


  • Do not apply tape to close the wound.

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