I got stung by a nem for the first time today:)

[GothFishKeeper]

I work at a LFS and I was pulling algae out of the 350g clown display, unaware that anemones could sting humans. I handle the small BTAs every day without a problem so I figured it didn’t effect people. I thought it was just the salt irritating my left arm because it’s not as conditioned to it as my right arm, so I left it there and continued to grab more algae for about another minute and then it really started to hurt. Thanks for reading, just thought I’d share this milestone lol.

 

[tbrown]

I work at a LFS and I was pulling algae out of the 350g clown display, unaware that anemones could sting humans. I handle the small BTAs every day without a problem so I figured it didn’t effect people. I thought it was just the salt irritating my left arm because it’s not as conditioned to it as my right arm, so I left it there and continued to grab more algae for about another minute and then it really started to hurt. Thanks for reading, just thought I’d share this milestone lol.

What kinda Anemone?

 

[GothFishKeeper]

What kinda Anemone?

A 2ft wide BTA

 

[exnisstech]

Good info. I didn't know bubble tips sting humans but I've only touched them with my hands which are pretty calloused.

 

[PharmrJohn]

That is interesting! Well, you've got an experience most don't have! But you need to embellish the story a bit. Add in a Man 'o War to give it an extra punch!

 

[RabidDragon]

the skin in that area of your arm is going to be much thinner and more senstive than your hands....

 

[UMALUM]

I work at a LFS and I was pulling algae out of the 350g clown display, unaware that anemones could sting humans. I handle the small BTAs every day without a problem so I figured it didn’t effect people. I thought it was just the salt irritating my left arm because it’s not as conditioned to it as my right arm, so I left it there and continued to grab more algae for about another minute and then it really started to hurt. Thanks for reading, just thought I’d share this milestone lol.

I'll see your nem and raise you a foxface.

 

[Dread Pirate Dave]

I'll see your nem and raise you a foxface.

Dang. Benadryl or epipen on hand?

 

[TurboTang]

I'll see your nem and raise you a foxface.

Wowzer - that looks like a blown up surgical glove joke. Hope it resolves quickly. I'm gonna be a little more cautious around my fox

 

[UMALUM]

Dang. Benadryl or epipen on hand?

Not much you can do, just gotta let it run. Got tagged by a green moray years ago and this was way worse.

 

[danreef55]

If you have been handling anemones for a protracted period of time without incident you may becoming sensitive to them. This happens frequently in the trade. If it continues, try wearing a glove that goes up your arm.

Stay well

 

[GothFishKeeper]

I'll see your nem and raise you a foxface.

Dang!! I hope I never get stung by my pygmy wasp because that looks painful as heck!!

 

[GothFishKeeper]

If you have been handling anemones for a protracted period of time without incident you may becoming sensitive to them. This happens frequently in the trade. If it continues, try wearing a glove that goes up your arm.

Stay well

Good to know, thanks!!

 

[GothFishKeeper]

the skin in that area of your arm is going to be much thinner and more senstive than your hands....

Ah okay that makes sense, thanks!!

 

[GothFishKeeper]

That is interesting! Well, you've got an experience most don't have! But you need to embellish the story a bit. Add in a Man 'o War to give it an extra punch!

Very true hahaha, I’ll work on it

 

[GothFishKeeper]

Good info. I didn't know bubble tips sting humans but I've only touched them with my hands which are pretty calloused.

I didn’t either honestly, that’s why I figured it was the salt at first. I touch the small ones that we sell every day with my hands and haven’t had any issues so I was very surprised.

 

[GothFishKeeper]

Update: the pain is gone the day afterwards but the blistering looks nasty as hell lol

Can’t get a very detailed pic but here’s my attempt at one

 

[exnisstech]

Looks like maybe an allergic reaction. I'd keep an eye on it. The blistering resembles the ones I get when I contact poison ivy.

 

[danreef55]

As long as it doesnt spread especially upward on your arm. If so please get medical attention. Hit it with some antibiotic ointment.