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Natural and easy ways to treat scorpion sting at home

Scorpions may look innocuous, and typically won’t bother you unless you accidentally step on one. However, if this happens, immediately remove any armor or clothing on the affected area and soak it in an ice bath, as heat can worsen the sting. If symptoms such as numbness or tingling persist, seek medical attention. Be warned, though: Scorpions are nocturnal and usually hide during the day.

If you’ve ever been stung by a scorpion, you know it can be painful and frightening. Don’t panic! This kit offers the most effective care for overcoming the pain of a stinging scorpion.

If you’re stung by a scorpion, don’t panic. Put the person being stung or stinging in a safe place, and then do these four things:

1. Wash the stung area with soap and water.

2. Keep the victim calm.

3. Have the victim lie still; this decreases the amount of venom that can spread through the body by making it easier for blood to circulate (your heart pumps harder when you move).

During the day, scorpions are generally hiding in cool and dark nooks, such as beneath rocks, logs and other objects. At night, they hunt for food in darker areas of buildings or on the ground near the home.

If you’ve been stung by a scorpion, there are some good home remedies that you can use to make the pain go away.

A scorpion’s sting is toxic, nasty, and painful. The average scorpion sting hurts for about 24 hours, but many last longer and can cause flu-like symptoms. These five tips will help alleviate the pain of a scorpion sting:

Clean the wound with soap and water.

Apply antibiotic ointment, and cover with a clean bandage to keep out dirt and germs.

A scorpion sting can be painful, but it’s usually not deadly. Monitor your body for signs of an allergic reaction, including nausea, difficulty breathing or severe swelling in and around the area of the sting.

If a scorpion stings you, don’t take medication that will make you drowsy or sleepy. This includes benzodiazepines, which are depressants that lower brain activity.

While most scorpion stings are relatively harmless, the puncture of a scorpion’s pincers can cause serious side effects, from extreme pain to muscle spasms and difficulty breathing. However, if you think you or someone else was stung, seek medical attention.

Ameh Jazzia-Becky

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