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Snake bites occur when a snake bites the skin, and are medical emergencies if the snake is poisonous. |
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Symptoms
Symptoms depend on the type of snake, but may include: Bleeding from wound; Blurred vision; Burning of the skin; Conv...
Causes
Poisonous snake bites include bites by any of the following: Cobra; Copperhead; Coral snake; Cottonmouth (water mocca...
Treatments
1. Keep the person calm, reassuring them that bites can be effectively treated in an emergency room. Restrict movemen...
Prevention
Avoid areas where snakes may be hiding, such as under rocks and logs; Even though most snakes are not poisonous, avoi...
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