Ocean Illness
A Crowd-Sourced Collection of Self-Reported Beach Pollution SicknessesUnverified
Bacterial infection of skin
15:46 Jul 29 2018 Chincoteague Island, Chincoteague, Accomack County, Virginia, 2336, United States of America
Description
Severe skin infection over half of my face and neck. Eye swollen shut. Massive swelling, itching and blisters. Looked like sun poisoning and treated as such. After got worse over 3 days went to the Dr and treating for strep bacteria. Within 12hrs much better.Additional Data
| What were your symptoms? Check all that apply:: | Eye Infection,Skin Infection,Rash |
| Did you see a doctor?: | Yes |
| If treated, what was the diagnosis and treatment?: | Strep bacteria under the skin. Treating with prednisone and topical and oral antibiotics |
| How long after you were in the water did your illness symptoms start?: | Immediately |
| How many times have you been sick from the water at this beach?: | -- |
| How long did your illness last?: | 1 Week |
| Will you allow Surfrider Foundation to contact you? If yes, please provide info below. This will not be shared publicly.: | Yes |
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