Case Report: A patient presented with a sting from Chrysaora quinquecirrha in the Emergency Department

Objective: As global warming progresses, jellyfish bloom and sting-related injuries have become more frequent in Republic of Korea (ROK). Chrysaora pacifica, which lives along the southern and eastern coasts of ROK, is less common than other jellyfish, but it has a highly toxic neurotoxin. Stings that occur underwater may lead to neurological symptoms, which can be life-threatening This case reports describes a patient who was stung by a Chrysaora pacifica and presented to the Emergency Department with hypoesthesia and muscle weakness in the lower extremities after receiving inadequate first aid at the scene. This article aims to raise awareness of the dangers of jellyfish stings and the importance of proper first aid.