Scorpion envenomation
Scorpion envenomation is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms and signs.
Category: General
Symptoms associated with Scorpion envenomation
The following symptoms have been associated with Scorpion envenomation in medical literature. Not everyone experiences the same symptoms.
Abdominal pain
An unpleasant sensation characterized by physical discomfort (such as pricking, throbbing, or aching) and perc...
Blurred vision
Lack of sharpness of vision resulting in the inability to see fine detail....
Chills
A sudden sensation of feeling cold....
Diarrhea
Abnormally increased frequency (usually defined as three or more) loose or watery bowel movements a day....
Edema
An abnormal accumulation of fluid beneath the skin, or in one or more cavities of the body....
Fever
Body temperature elevated above the normal range....
Hypertension
The presence of chronic increased pressure in the systemic arterial system....
Pain
An unpleasant sensory and emotional experience associated with actual or potential tissue damage, or described...
Paresthesia
Abnormal sensations such as tingling, pricking, or numbness of the skin with no apparent physical cause....
ST segment depression
An electrocardiographic anomaly in which the ST segment is observed to be located inferior to the isoelectric ...
Seizure
A seizure is an intermittent abnormality of nervous system physiology characterized by a transient occurrence ...
Tremor
An unintentional, oscillating to-and-fro muscle movement about a joint axis....
Vomiting
Forceful ejection of the contents of the stomach through the mouth by means of a series of involuntary spasmic...
Tests used to investigate Scorpion envenomation
Healthcare providers may order these tests when evaluating Scorpion envenomation. Test selection is a clinical decision made by a qualified professional.
CBC with Differential
Measures red blood cells, white blood cells, and platelets to help evaluate overall health and detect disorder...
Comprehensive Metabolic Panel (CMP)
Measures 14 substances in the blood to assess kidney and liver function, electrolyte balance, and blood sugar ...
Urinalysis
Examines urine content to help detect urinary tract infections, kidney disease, and diabetes....
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Scorpion envenomation?
Scorpion envenomation is a health condition described in medical literature. Scorpion envenomation is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms and signs.
What are the symptoms of Scorpion envenomation?
Scorpion envenomation is associated with 13 symptoms in the medical literature we index, including Abdominal pain, Blurred vision, Chills, Diarrhea, Edema, Fever. Symptoms vary widely between individuals.
How is Scorpion envenomation diagnosed or investigated?
A healthcare provider may use a combination of medical history, physical examination, and tests. Common tests associated with Scorpion envenomation include CBC with Differential, Comprehensive Metabolic Panel (CMP), Urinalysis. This information is educational, not a diagnosis.
Is SymptomDatabase.com diagnosing me?
No. SymptomDatabase.com does not provide diagnosis. If you are concerned you may have Scorpion envenomation, please discuss your symptoms with a qualified healthcare provider.