Venomous Stings and Bites in the Tropics (Malaysia): Review (Non-Snake Related)

Er, Xin Y.; Arief, Iman D. Johan; Shajahan, Rafiq; Arief, Faiz Johan; Pillai, N. Krishna

doi:10.4236/oalib.1107230

OALib

2021

DOI: 10.4236/oalib.1107230

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Venomous Stings and Bites in the Tropics (Malaysia): Review (Non-Snake Related)

Xin Y. Er¹,

Iman D. Johan Arief²,

Rafiq Shajahan³

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Caterpillar Envenomation (Lepidopterism) in a Panamanian Jungle: About a Case

Suarez,

Pachar Flores,

Osorio Marin

et al. 2023

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Caterpillar venom has the potential to cause acute pain and systemic symptoms in individuals seeking medical attention in the jungles of Panama. Although this is not an obligatory notifiable disease, the hazards associated with exposure to this animal are widely recognized within the local community. Here, we present a case of a patient who sought medical attention after being rescued from a river in a Panamanian jungle after feeling acute pain in an upper extremity associated with shortness of breath and how tropical medicine teleconsult allowed for quick identification of the cause and assisted in the management. About his case, we examine the phenomenon of caterpillar envenomation and suggest that further research is needed to assess the potential impact of climate change on this disease. Of particular concern is the likelihood of an increase in contact accidents. We recommend that scientists and public health officials work together to understand the mechanisms of this disease better and to develop effective strategies for prevention and treatment. Our analysis underscores the importance of ongoing monitoring and surveillance to ensure we are prepared for future outbreaks.

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Caterpillar Envenomation (Lepidopterism) in a Panamanian Jungle: About a Case

Suarez,

Pachar Flores,

Osorio Marin

et al. 2023

Cureus

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Venomous Stings and Bites in the Tropics (Malaysia): Review (Non-Snake Related)

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