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From:
Scorpion - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
First aid
First aid for scorpion stings is generally
symptomatic. It includes strong
analgesia, either systemic (
opiates or
paracetamol) or locally applied (such as a
cold compress).
Hypertensive crises are treated with
anxiolytics and
vasodilators.
[30] Medical use
The key ingredient of the venom is a
scorpion toxin protein.
Short chain scorpion toxins constitute the largest group of
potassium (K+) channel blocking peptides; an important physiological role of the
KCNA3 channel, also known as KV1.3, is to help maintain large electrical gradients for the sustained transport of ions such as Ca2+ that controls
T lymphocyte (T cell) proliferation. Thus KV1.3 blockers could be potential
immunosuppressants for the treatment of autoimmune disorders (such as rheumatoid arthritis, inflammatory bowel disease and multiple sclerosis).
[31]
The venom of
Uroplectes lineatus is clinically important in
dermatology.
[32]
Toxins being investigated include:
Chlorotoxin is a 36-
amino acid peptide found in the
venom of the
deathstalker scorpion (
Leiurus quinquestriatus) which blocks small-conductance
chloride channels.
[33] The fact that chlorotoxin binds preferentially to
glioma cells has allowed the development of new methods, that still are under investigation, for the treatment and diagnosis of several types of cancer.
[34] Maurotoxin from the venom of the Tunisian
Scorpio maurus palmatus
Also says they glow under a blacklight. Lots of solutions here:
Help get rid of Scorpions - have dogs - Southwestern Gardening Forum - GardenWeb
In summary: Chickens, cats, peacocks eat them.
Catch them at night using long tweezers or forceps and a blacklight. Spraying doesn't work.
Ultrasonic plug in devices do work.
Remove any debris from around the house, seal all cracks, and apply boric acid to baseboards, outlets, and cabinets.
Diatomaceous earth (Garden Center) for the yard.
Attracted to water, maybe insects (crickets, ants) spray for them, and remove any water sources in the yard and house, fix any leaks/dripping faucets.
Find the nest and remove/destroy it. If not, problem won't go away. Check under appliances.
Most are as toxic as a bee sting, unless one is allergic.
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