Perioral Paresthesia, Generalize Muscle Cramps, and Rhabdomyolysis After a Socotra Island Blue Baboon Tarantula (Monocentropus Balfouri) Bite.
J Emerg Med
; 66(4): e467-e469, 2024 Apr.
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ABSTRACT
BACKGROUND:
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). CASE REPORT 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. EMERGENCY PHYSICIAN BE AWARE OF THIS? This case highlights the potential for serious complications resulting from the bite of Monocentropus balfouri, a species gaining popularity among global exotic pet collectors.Key words
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MEDLINE
Main subject:
Spider Bites
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Rhabdomyolysis
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Spiders
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Adult
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Animals
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Humans
Language:
En
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J Emerg Med
Journal subject:
MEDICINA DE EMERGENCIA
Year:
2024
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