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Perioral Paresthesia, Generalize Muscle Cramps, and Rhabdomyolysis After a Socotra Island Blue Baboon Tarantula (Monocentropus Balfouri) Bite.
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Journal of Emergency Medicine (0736-4679) . Apr2024, Vol. 66 Issue 4, pe467-e469. 3p. - Publication Year :
- 2024
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Abstract
- Literature on systemic envenomation caused by tarantula bites, particularly from the Theraphosidae family, is relatively scarce. This case report provides a formal description of the first known instance of systemic envenomation caused by the Socotra Island Blue Baboon Tarantula (Monocentropus balfouri). In this case, a 23-year-old employee of an exotic pet shop suffered from perioral paresthesia, generalized muscle cramps, and rhabdomyolysis because of a Monocentropus balfouri bite. His symptoms were successfully relieved with oral benzodiazepines. This case highlights the potential for serious complications resulting from the bite of Monocentropus balfouri, a species gaining popularity among global exotic pet collectors. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]
Details
- Language :
- English
- ISSN :
- 07364679
- Volume :
- 66
- Issue :
- 4
- Database :
- Academic Search Index
- Journal :
- Journal of Emergency Medicine (0736-4679)
- Publication Type :
- Academic Journal
- Accession number :
- 176406247
- Full Text :
- https://doi.org/10.1016/j.jemermed.2023.12.006