What should I do if a fish bites me while snorkeling in Egypt—can I treat it myself or should I see a doctor?
Based on 1 discussion with 4 participants · Last activity: 3 days ago
TL;DR
For a minor superficial fish bite, clean the wound, use an antiseptic and monitor it; an antihistamine may help with swelling or itching. Seek a hotel doctor or clinic for a deep puncture, persistent bleeding, severe pain, increasing redness/swelling, or any signs of infection.
What the community said
After a bleeding fish bite near the house reef, a traveler consulted the hotel doctor. With no complications, the advice was antiseptic treatment, an antihistamine and observation; worsening redness or swelling was a reason to return for medical care.
5 days ago hotel doctor
One traveler reported that a bleeding bite from a fish near the reef caused no problems by the following day. Even when it seems minor, keep the wound clean and watch for swelling, pain or inflammation over the next 24 hours.
6 days ago reef
For an uncomplicated bite with mild swelling, a traveler used a disinfectant and took Zodak (cetirizine); soreness and tooth marks may last for a while. If symptoms worsen, get medical advice rather than relying on self-treatment.
7 days ago Zodak (cetirizine)