Scrotum Injury by Scorpion Sting

Abstract

Androctonus crassicauda is the second most frequent causes of scorpion sting in south-west Iran. Its venom can cause sever pain, autonomic, central nervous system (CNS), muscle function disturbances, and death. Appropriate medi­cal and nursing cares can lead to complete recovery with no sequel .The majority of scorpion stings are oligosympto­matic, occurring mainly on the hands and feet (about 90%). Here one rare case of a scorpion sting on the scro­tum is reported from Kashan, central Iran.

Keywords

• Scorpion sting
• Androctonus crassicauda
• Scrotum
• Iran