[Life-threatening complications caused by Argas reflexus (Ixodoidea, Argasidae)]

Injuries to health by Argas reflexus (Ixodoidea, Argasidae) are known and have been published since about the middle of 19th century. Argas reflexus was on outsider in health pests for a long time, but biological and medical interests increased during last years. The greatest part of injuries by far, brought about by stings of this parasite, takes either a harmless course or there are appearances of middle severity, which can be easy controlled by a physician. In some cases however, at often happened exposition in the main, there may be complications dangerous for one's life, the causes of which often are not recognised sufficient by general practitioners. Beside a casuistry the article contains references to prompt measures--especially for the first-aid doctor-and following tasks for public hygienic executive organs.