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Scorpion sting cases in children of coastal region of Balochistan: a case report

Year: 2025

Type: article

Abstract: Scorpion bites are a great health concern in various regions of the world, including the coastal areas of Balochistan. Mortality is especially high in the paediatric population. This case report describes the presenting symptoms, management, and fate of two children who presented with scorpion bite from the coastal regions of Balochistan. The purpose of this report is to highlight these serious issues, occurring in this particular area, and the challenges faced by healthcare professionals in the management of such cases. The use of Doxazosin as physiological antidote of scorpion venom, due to non-availability of the conventional drug (Prazosin) in one of our patients, proved to have favourable outcome and comparable efficacy.

Source: Journal of the Pakistan Medical Association

DOI: 10.47391/jpma.25-11104

Authors: Tahira Zubair, Saeed Ahmad Khan, Javeria Amjad

Language: English

Topic: Venomous Animal Envenomation and Studies

Subfield: Genetics

Field: Biochemistry, Genetics and Molecular Biology

Domain: Life Sciences

SDG: Good health and well-being

Open Access status: gold

Estimated APC paid: $650

OpenAlex ID: W4416664586

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