X20-X29: Contact with venomous animals and plants

X26: Contact with venomous marine animals and plants

Contact with venomous marine animals and plants, as a group of conditions, refers to harmful reactions occurring when an individual comes into close interaction with harmful oceanic species or flora. The contact or exposure may be initiated through touch, a sting, a bite, or by inadvertently stepping on such organisms. Symptoms can include, but are not limited to, skin irritation, redness, swelling, intense pain, and in more serious cases, difficulty in breathing, muscle paralysis, and cardiovascular issues. The venom from these marine animals and plants primarily affects the skin and nervous system, disrupting normal body functions. The disease progression can vary from negligible to serious depending upon the potency of the venom and the health condition of the individual. For some people, these symptoms may be temporary, but others may experience complications requiring medical intervention.