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Stung by jellyfish on ribs several months ago. since then i expeneriance numbness and tingling around sting area.. normal?
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Neuro-toxic effect: Jellyfish have a potent neuro toxin that can cause nerve damage. You describe a region where the sensory nerves have been damaged. This should eventually recover to normal over time. Local application of nerve calming creams may help.
Answered 3/1/2019
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