What happens if you are stung by a scorpion?

We have many types of scorpions in Arizona. Scorpions don't bite (no teeth), but they do sting. If you remain calm, it is not difficult to treat a scorpion sting. read more

Scorpions are hard to kill off. If you suspect your house has scorpions, call a professional exterminator. Eliminating their food source (other insects) can help. Few people die from scorpion stings, even the sting of the bark scorpion. Scorpion stings are most dangerous to the very young and the very old. Pets are also at risk. read more

If you or a friend or family member gets stung by a scorpion, don't panic! Most of the time, a scorpion sting is like a bee sting -- pain, burning, mild swelling, and maybe numbness locally, that will resolve fairly quickly. Some scorpions can cause worse reactions than others. For example, scorpions in Texas are not severely poisonous. read more

Now, that entirely depends on the scorpion. Also on you. Generally, if it's a big scary looking scorpion, you will say "ow" and you might get a small swelling. read more