This is what happens if a snake bites you!


Immediate Pain and Swelling

    Upon being bitten by a snake, you may experience immediate pain, swelling, and redness around the site of the bite.

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Fang Marks

    Depending on the species of snake, you may observe two puncture wounds or fang marks at the site of the bite.

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Nausea and Vomiting

    Some snakebites can cause symptoms such as nausea, vomiting, and abdominal pain due to the venoms effects on the body.

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Weakness and Dizziness

    Snake venom can lead to weakness, dizziness, and fainting as it affects the nervous system and circulation.

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Difficulty Breathing

    In severe cases, snake venom can cause respiratory distress, leading to difficulty breathing or shortness of breath.

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Rapid Heart Rate

    Snakebites may result in an elevated heart rate or irregular heartbeat as the venom circulates through the bloodstream.

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Neurological Symptoms

    Depending on the type of snake and the potency of its venom, neurological symptoms such as blurred vision, slurred speech, and paralysis may occur if the venom affects the nervous system.

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