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Asea creature sting can usually be treated with first aid. But if serious symptoms develop, such as severe pain, swelling or difficulty breathing, dial 999 for an ambulance .
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Introduction
A sea creature sting can usually be treated with first aid. But if serious symptoms develop, such as severe pain, swelling or difficulty breathing, dial 999 for an ambulance.
Preventing sea creature stings
If you're going to swim in the sea, there are things you can do to avoid being stung and ensure you have easy access to medical care.
Treating sea creature stings
You can treat some stings yourself using first aid. But if the symptoms are serious such as severe pain, swelling or difficulty breathing dial 999 to request an ambulance immediately.
What happens when you're stung
If you or someone else has been stung in the sea, get help from someone with first aid training, such as a lifeguard.
