HOW TO TREAT A SCORPION BITE WHEN THE HOSPITAL IS CLOSED!!!

HOW TO TREAT SCORPION BITE WHEN THE HOSPITAL IS NOT CLOSE!!! 

Did you know that most scorpions found in Nigeria are not capable of killing humans with their sting?

In most cases, the worst effects are severe localized pain and tachycardia (fast heart rate), which may last for several hours to a few days...provided the person is healthy and not immunocompromised.

⚠NB: Severe reactions are more likely in children, the elderly, or immunocompromised individuals, and medical attention is still advised if symptoms worsen.

HOW TO CARE FOR A SCORPION BITE:

Immediate First Aid (Mild Stings)

🚦Clean: Gently wash the sting site with mild soap and water.

 

🚦Cool Compress: Apply an ice pack or cool cloth to the area for 10-15 minutes at a time. 

🚦Elevate: Keep the stung limb elevated to the level of your heart if possible. 

🚦Pain Relief: Take over-the-counter pain relievers like ibuprofen (Advil, Motrin) or acetaminophen (Tylenol).

 

🚦Remove Jewelry: Take off rings or bracelets on the affected limb to prevent constriction from swelling. 

👉 When to Seek Emergency Care (Call 911 or Poison Control)

🚦Seek immediate medical help if you notice severe symptoms, which can indicate a dangerous scorpion or allergic reaction:

☎️ Difficulty breathing or swallowing.

☎️ Extreme swelling or pain that worsens.

☎️ Nausea, vomiting, or excessive drooling.

☎️ Muscle twitching, spasms, or weakness.

☎️ Restlessness, confusion, or unusual behavior.

☎️ Rapid heart rate or high blood pressure.

👉 What to Avoid:

🙏 Don't Cut or Suck: Do not cut the wound or try to suck out the venom.

🙏 Medications: Avoid sedatives or tranquilizers unless directed by a doctor.

👉 Medical Treatment for Severe Cases:

🚦Antivenom: In serious cases, doctors may administer scorpion antivenom to neutralize the venom.

🚨 Also, some Doctors administer tetanus toxoid (or a tetanus booster) after a scorpion sting primarily as a precautionary measure to prevent a potential secondary infection of Clostridium tetani bacteria

 

🚦Other Medications: Sedatives, blood pressure medications, or IV fluids might be needed for severe reactions, notes the National Institutes of Health.