Bee-sting with Extensive Cerebral Infarct: A Case Report
I. A. Adedeji *
Department of Paediatrics, Abubakar Tafawa Balewa University Teaching Hospital, Bauchi, Nigeria.
H. Ahmed
Department of Radiology, Abubakar Tafawa Balewa University Teaching Hospital, Bauchi, Nigeria.
A. S. Adamu
Department of Paediatrics, Abubakar Tafawa Balewa University Teaching Hospital, Bauchi, Nigeria.
M. F. Bashir
Department of Paediatrics, Abubakar Tafawa Balewa University Teaching Hospital, Bauchi, Nigeria.
*Author to whom correspondence should be addressed.
Abstract
Background: A bee-sting is a fairly common experience in our environment and when it occurs, it usually manifests with local allergic reaction and less commonly presents with systemic signs and symptoms. The central nervous system (CNS) is rarely involved in cases of bee sting.
Case Presentation: We report a case of a nine-year-old male who had bee sting and subsequently presented with impaired consciousness, hemiparesis and seizure. His brain CT showed evidence of extensive cerebral infarcts and oedema. He improved following the use of corticosteroids.
Conclusion: CNS affectation in bee sting is diverse and its occurrence may result in long-term neurological sequelae. Improved public awareness on the dangers of bee sting is very crucial.
Keywords: Bee-sting, brain, CT, infarcts