Where is the diagnostic key? Sudden weakness in a 4-year-old child. A case report
نویسندگان
1 1Faculty of Medicine, Medical Toxicology Research Center (MTRC), Mashhad University of Medical Sciences, Mashhad, Iran 2Department of Pediatric Toxicology, Akbar Hospital, Mashhad University of Medical Science, Mashhad, Iran
2 3Faculty of Medicine, Mashhad University of Medical Sciences, Mashhad, Iran 4Department of Pediatrics, Akbar Hospital, Mashhad University of Medical Science, Mashhad, Iran
doi
10.34172/jept.2024.07چکیده
Objective: Snake bites represent a significant public health issue worldwide, as venomous snake bites can result in dangerous and sometimes lethal consequences. Sometimes, the diagnosis is difficult. Herein, we present the case of a 4-year-old child who posed a challenge to diagnosis.Case Presentation: A 4-year-old child was brought to the emergency department with sudden, severe general weakness and impaired consciousness. Initially, the cause of these symptoms was unclear and difficult to diagnose. However, after a more thorough examination, it was determined that the likely cause was a neurotoxic snake bite. The child was hospitalized for three days. He received anti-venom, painkillers, and symptomatic treatments and left the hospital in good general condition.Conclusion: Snakebites are very dangerous and sometimes have unusual manifestations, so adequate personnel and physician information is necessary for timely diagnosis and appropriate management.
