Scorpion stings

Scorpion stings are a cutaneous condition caused by the stinging of scorpions, usually resulting in pain, paresthesia, and variable swelling. The anatomical part of the scorpion that delivers the sting is called a 'telson'. Scorpion stings are a cutaneous condition caused by the stinging of scorpions, usually resulting in pain, paresthesia, and variable swelling. The anatomical part of the scorpion that delivers the sting is called a 'telson'. Most scorpion stings vary from small swelling to medically significant lesions in severity, with only a few able to cause severe allergic, neurotic or necrotic reactions. Two species of scorpions can inflict stings which result in death of normal healthy humans: the Palestinian deathstalker (Leiurus quinquestriatus) and the Brazilian yellow scorpion (Tityus serrulatus); fortunately antivenom exists for both species' stings.