Box Jellyfish – What type of Venom?
The venom from a box jellyfish is actually a neurotoxin as described in the information contained in www.outback-australia-travel-secrets.com… other than the application of copious ammounts of vinegar the removal of the affecting tentacles the best treatment is the same as deadly snake bite, apply a pressure bandage and transport to hospital immediately. Time is of the essence for treatment as we are dealing with the most toxic venom known to man, if sufficient venom is injected into the body, a person can die in as little time as 10 minutes, but then a less severe sting could allow enough time for a victim to obtain the necessary treatment at a hospital.
