Jellyfish dermatitis
cutaneous condition caused by stings from a jellyfish
Jellyfish dermatitis is a cutaneous condition caused by stings from a jellyfish.
Immune response to jellyfish stings in humans
Jellyfish stings can trigger a complex immune response in human skin similar to the response to pathogens or allergens. When jellyfish venom, carried by the stinging cells of the animal (nematocysts), comes into contact with the skin, it interacts with various cells and substances in the body. These interactions involve keratinocytes, tissue macrophages, dendritic cells, and mast cells, which are key players in the immune system.
Keratinocytes, which form the outer layer of the skin, not only act as a physical barrier but also release a protein called thymic stromal lymphopoietin. This protein activates T-cells to produce cytokines, which are known to be involved in allergic skin reactions.
Dendritic cells, a type of immune cell, capture and present antigens (foreign substances) to T-cells, or they migrate to lymph nodes to initiate immune responses. They contribute to the immune response to jellyfish venom and its components through various receptors involved in recognizing pathogens.
Mast cells, which are abundant in the skin, play a significant role in inflammation. When stimulated, they release various substances that promote inflammation, such as histamine, platelet activating factor, prostaglandins, leukotrienes, proteases, and cytokines.
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