Cameronbherring Posted March 25, 2015 Share Posted March 25, 2015 I got stung by a bristleworm while moving a rock. Little white hair looking things were all over my finger. It hurts pretty bad. Will I be ok? My 14 year old self might be over reacting but the 2 years I've had my tanks this has never happened. Any help? Should I do anything to my finger? I pulled all the hair stuff out. Any help works! Thanks Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mFrame Posted March 25, 2015 Share Posted March 25, 2015 Just remove the hairs and clean it as best you can. Assuming you don't have an allergic reaction you'll be fine. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cameronbherring Posted March 25, 2015 Author Share Posted March 25, 2015 Ok. Thanks. Didn't know if dangerous at all. I'll just wait it out then... Rrrrrrrr.... Thanks again for the help. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AbelR1975 Posted March 25, 2015 Share Posted March 25, 2015 From emedicinehealth.com Bristleworm Sting Treatment Treatment for a bristleworm sting includes the following: Remove bristles with tweezers or adhesive tape. A facial "peel" may be used over the over the spines or a thick layer of rubber cement. Once the rubber cement has dried, peel it off to remove or to pull the residual spines out of the skin. Clean the skin carefully so as to not break off any of the spines. Any of the following may help to relieve the symptoms especially after the spines have been removed: 5% acetic acid (Vinegar), 70% isopropyl alcohol (rubbing alcohol), dilute ammonia or a paste or solution of meat tenderizer. Severe skin irritation or other skin reactions may benefit from a topical corticosteroid cream or ointment such as hydrocortisone. Some individuals may even benefit from oral steroids such as prednisone. If signs of infection are present, such as pus, redness, or localized warmth then the patient should consult a health care professional. Oral antibiotics are often recommended to prevent secondary bacterial infection. Some antibiotics can cause sensitivity to the sun, so use a sunscreen (at least SPF 15) if a person must have sun exposure during treatment. Pain may be relieved with acetaminophen (Tylenol) or ibuprofen (Motrin, Advil) taken according to manufacturers direction(s). Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Woods Posted March 25, 2015 Share Posted March 25, 2015 Yes, you will be fine. They are not poisonous but definitely irritate the skin where the slivers get stuck in you. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FarmerTy Posted March 25, 2015 Share Posted March 25, 2015 Sorry about the sting! Looks like you've gotten some good advice! I've oddly never been stung by them in 11 years of reefing... and they've been all over my tanks! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sascha D. Posted March 25, 2015 Share Posted March 25, 2015 It sounds like it hurts! I've never been stung either, but I keep wrasses so there aren't as many in my tank. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Neon Reefer Posted March 25, 2015 Share Posted March 25, 2015 Find at Marine Depot Bristle worm trap http://www.marinedepot.com/ps_viewitem.aspx?idproduct=ES09550&child=ES09550&utm_source=adwordsfroogle&utm_medium=cse&utm_campaign=adwordsfroogle&utm_content=ES09550&gclid=CPr_2bXXw8QCFSlo7AodFmYA4g Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gig 'em @ NDstructible Posted March 25, 2015 Share Posted March 25, 2015 I've never been stung in my 12 years in the saltwater hobby, which is surprising considering all the rocks I've touched in my days. I always use tweezers when directly picking up bristle worms. I hope you feel better soon! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rjohn Posted March 26, 2015 Share Posted March 26, 2015 If all else fails, amputate the digit immediately. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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