scorpion sting
Management Antivenom from poison control centers in the southwestern US; also immobilization, ice water immersion, oxygen, ventilation; opiate analgesics may potentiate venom toxicity, and should be avoided; atropine is used to combat parasympathetic effects
scorpion sting
A toxic systemic response to scorpion venom Clinical SOB, opisthotonus, nasal and periorbital itching, dysphasia, drooling, gastric distension, diplopia, transient blindness, nystagmus, fecal & urinary incontinence, penile erection, HTN, arrhythmias, lasting up to 48 hrs Management Antivenom from poison control centers; also immobilization, ice water immersion, oxygen, ventilation; opiate analgesics may potentiate venom toxicity, should be avoided; atropine is used to combat parasympathetic effects. See Scorpion.scorpion sting
Treatment
For mild local reactions, cold compresses and antihistamines are sufficient. Severe reactions may need to be treated with airway management, antivenins, and intensive observation in the hospital. For the source of local antivenins, the use of which is controversial, contact the nearest poison control center.