Sep. 7, 2015 on the Dream

[nearlyfallinstar]

2 of my favorite things - Donald Duck & beer

Too funny! Love it!

 

[butsy113]

Sea Lice
Sea Lice is also known as Sea Bather's Eruption or Pica-Pica.

Sea lice generally occur on the lower Atlantic coast of Florida from March through August, with the highest incidence in May and June. I have not heard of them being a problem on the Gulf coast at all. Sea lice create an itchy red rash on areas of the body covered by a bathing suit. But, sea lice are really not lice at all. They are the larvae of the Thimble Jellyfish. The nearly microscopic larvae become trapped between the bathing suit fabric and the skin. The resulting friction activates the larvae’s stinging mechanism. The stinging mechanisms are called nematocysts, like those of a jellyfish.

Symptoms of Sea Lice (Jellyfish larvae )Stings
On first exposure, while still in the water, a bather may experience a tingling sensation on areas of the body covered by swimwear. Hairy underarms and hairy chests are also affected.

During the next few hours an itchy red rash develops. The itch can last for several weeks. The rash is the body's reaction to the jellyfish venom, or toxin injected by the nematocysts.

Some people may develop a fever or feel unwell and tired. Children are more likely to develop systemic effects like fever, nausea, abdominal pain, and diarrhea.

Treatment of Sea Lice (Jellyfish larvae) Stings
After showering, applying diluted vinegar or rubbing alcohol to the skin may help neutralize any remaining toxin from the stinging nematocysts. Hydrocortisone lotion or cream and antihistamines may also help.

Prevention of Sea Lice (Jellyfish larvae )Stings

• The best prevention is to avoid going swimming along the lower southeast coast of Florida during the early summer months, particularly May and June.
• Pay attention to signs posted on the lifeguard towers warning of sea lice in the water.
• Wear as little clothing as possible while swimming in water that may have sea lice.
• When swimming in water with sea lice jellyfish it is most important to remove the bathing suit as quickly as possible. As the fabric dries and the skin rubs against it, more stings will occur. Do not shower with the “contaminated” suit on. The fresh water will cause the nematocysts to sting even more.
• Remove the suit and shower under forceful water to rinse off any larvae that may be clinging to the skin. Rinsing in salt water that is free of larvae is the best way to rinse, but it doesn't seem likely that such could be easily found.
• The contaminated suit should be machine-washed in hot soapy water, and dried in a hot drier. A hand rinsed and air dried suit may still contain active larvae.
• Different people are affected to different degrees. I went swimming off Miami Beach a few years ago with some friends during the last week in May. One of them developed a significant rash. I only had a few stings. Another friend had no effects at all. A person’s immune system seems to have an important role in the severity of the reaction an individual may experience.

I've never encountered sea lice on the Gulf coast, but that doesn't mean others haven't.

Thanks Joe! On the post I was reading people were having issues in September at CC. Not gonna worry, but I will keep the info in the back of my head

 

[Carpetto]

Yes, thank you for the sea lice info. Stinks they are microscopic! Would be worth asking a life guard before getting in the water at cc.

 

[joannjoe]

I never leave home without Hydrocortisone cream and Benadryl!!! Sand Fleas are the worst!

 

[sillecruisers]

I never leave home without Hydrocortisone cream and Benadryl!!! Sand Fleas are the worst!

Really? I hope they are not an issue on our cruise.

 

[Jasesmom]

I never leave home without Hydrocortisone cream and Benadryl!!! Sand Fleas are the worst!

Note to self... Pack hydrocortisone cream!!!! I always pack benadryl!!!

 

[joannjoe]

The best thing I use for those No-see-um's bites are alcohol wipes. I guess you could use some 151 Rum

 

[Arimya14]

I've been MIA!! For some reason I'm not getting any notifications I can't wait to start planning the fe gifts! My daughters bday party is in May so hoping after that's over I'll have time to start working on gifts!!

Is anyone else anxiously awaiting to see if this will be a Halloween cruise?!? Also is it too late to sign up for mixology class? Anything else I missed? I'll try and read back on prev posts

 

[joannjoe]

I've been MIA!! For some reason I'm not getting any notifications I can't wait to start planning the fe gifts! My daughters bday party is in May so hoping after that's over I'll have time to start working on gifts!!

Is anyone else anxiously awaiting to see if this will be a Halloween cruise?!? Also is it too late to sign up for mixology class? Anything else I missed? I'll try and read back on prev posts

Yes , I think most of us is waiting to see if it's going to be a Halloween cruise. I personally hope it is. The first Mixology Class is filled. There is open spots in the Liquor and chocolate class.

 

[Arimya14]

Yes , I think most of us is waiting to see if it's going to be a Halloween cruise. I personally hope it is. The first Mixology Class is filled. There is open spots in the Liquor and chocolate class.

Oh I thought liquor and chocolate was full but if there is spots then please sign me and my husband up!! What info do you need?

 

[joannjoe]

Oh I thought liquor and chocolate was full but if there is spots then please sign me and my husband up!! What info do you need?

No we had someone that dropped out. I need your names and room number. Then the class will be full. We are allowed a max of 15 per class.

 

[Arimya14]

No we had someone that dropped out. I need your names and room number. Then the class will be full. We are allowed a max of 15 per class.

Ok perfect! Our stateroom is #8020 and its Tee and Monica thanks again!

 

[joannjoe]

Ok perfect! Our stateroom is #8020 and its Tee and Monica thanks again!

Ok you guys are all signed up. They will let us know for sure of Date and Time closer to cruise day. We requested Sea Day around 4:00 pm for the Liquor and Chocolate class.

 

[Arimya14]

Ok you guys are all signed up. They will let us know for sure of Date and Time closer to cruise day. We requested Sea Day around 4:00 pm for the Liquor and Chocolate class.

Awesome thank you for coordinating all of this!

 

[joannjoe]

Awesome thank you for coordinating all of this!

Don't thank me until we stager out of the class. LOL When you get time post a pic of your Family we would love to see ya!

 

[Arimya14]

Don't thank me until we stager out of the class. LOL When you get time post a pic of your Family we would love to see ya!

Lol how do I post a profile picture? I've been trying to for the longest time!


Update!! I did it! Except every time I try and use a picture with the four of us it says it's too large so you get just two of us for now lol

 

[joannjoe]

Lol how do I post a profile picture? I've been trying to for the longest time!

Yea you did it!!! Good Job!!!

 

[Lady Duchess]

Thanks Joe! On the post I was reading people were having issues in September at CC. Not gonna worry, but I will keep the info in the back of my head

We have sailed 2 cruises in Sept and 1 in October. Didn't have any problems with Sea Lice. It is always possible though. Normally they migrated to warm waters, Florida coast lines and the Caribbean. We sailed on another cruise line to Cozumel Mexico a few years ago and there was Sea Lice and the kids had small stings. That happened in the month of December. No telling when or where. Don't over worry about this.

 

[sillecruisers]

Can you guys who don't have your names in your siggies, please add them? Maybe even your kids ages? There are some of you that I don't know your names and I want to start associating names and kids ages with who you are. I am historically terrible with names and I need all the help I can get. Kthanks.

 

[sillecruisers]

That sounded bossy. It was not meant to be. No pressure, really!