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Care and treating snake bites.

Author: Erudite Solutions
by Erudite Solutions
Posted: Mar 03, 2022

Snake bites should always be taken seriously. A snake bites a human in self-defense because of fear. The bites can be of two types. One is dry bite which means snake venom is absent and hence it’s not dangerous. Another is venomous bites which are dangerous and if not treated immediately, will lead to death.

Snake Venom.

The quality and poison content of the venom produced by snakes varies according to the snake category. Not every snake bike is unique so the treatment will be different

Different snakes carry different types of venoms most common is as follows.

  • Cytotoxins: Causes swelling and tissue damage.
  • Hemorrhages: Affects the blood vessels.
  • Anti-clotting agents: Prevent the blood from clotting.
  • Neurotoxcins Affects the nervous system and cause paralysis.
  • Myotoxins: Affects the muscles.

Treatment:

Immediate medical attention is the key. Among the hospitals which provide the treatment, Harsha hospitals are considered the best. Besides treating snake bites, Harsha is known as the best center for Plastic Surgery in Medchal, Hyderabad. Best Cosmetic Surgeon in Hyderabad Plastic Surgery Specialists in Hyderabad. So if you consider plastic surgery, visit Harsha hospitals for Best Plastic & Cosmetic Surgery in Hyderabad.

Are snake bites dangerous?

The fatality of the bite as mentioned earlier depends on the kind of snakebite. Nonvenomous snake bites are rather dry and will not release any venoms. Other bites are dangerous and require urgent care. It is believed, snakes can control the quantity of venom it needs to release during their bites.

Symptoms

The following are the symptoms of snake bites.

  • Bite mark on the skin. They resemble puncture dots and penetrate the skin.
  • Sharp pain surrounding the area.
  • Redness along the bitten area.
  • Low BP
  • Nausea and vomiting, headache, dizziness, etc.

How are snakebites treated?

Seek immediate medical care even if the bite isn’t that painful, you still need to treat it as it may turn fatal. Identifying the snake is important but it is not practical always as we don’t have much knowledge about the snake family. The patient needs to undergo initial checkups to find out the quantity and quality of venom injected into our bloodstream. You may have to treat in the hospital for a few days.

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