Lifestyle Desk: Venomous snakes It is very important to know about this reptile and its venom. Snake poisonous or non-poisonous, how to understand? Timely treatment of snake bites can lead to recovery in a short period of time. Generally, snakes like gokharo, chandrabora, shankhachud are poisonous.
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The list of non-poisonous includes Jaldhora, Toash. It is said that the eyes of poisonous snakes are slightly elongated and the fangs are also quite long. On the other hand, the eyes of non-venomous snakes are round in shape. Although they have teeth, they do not contain venom glands.
One of the components of snake venom are proteins and enzymes. This enzyme is harmful to humans. Breaks down red blood cells. As a result blood pressure drops drastically. Loses muscle control. It also contains substances called neurotoxins which are known to be highly toxic.
What happens if such poison enters the body?
* If the snake venom enters the body, the body will slowly become paralyzed.
* The place where the snake has bitten will start burning. And this irritation will continue to increase.
* The wound will continue to swell. Everything around you will start to look blurry.
* It will be difficult to swallow. There will be dizziness, nausea.
What should be done if bitten by a poisonous snake?
* First of all, reassure people who have been bitten by snakes. It should be understood that snake bite does not mean death.
* Wipe the wound very carefully with a clean wet cloth or antiseptic lotion.
* To prevent the poison from spreading to the rest of the body, the upper part of the wound should be bandaged.
* The patient should be taken to the nearest hospital as soon as possible. If possible what species of snake has bitten. Try to find out.
What not to do if snake venom enters the body?
* Do not move the wound too much. It has the potential to spread the poison quickly.
* Do not try to bleed from a cut with a sharp weapon.
* Never try to suck out the poison.
* Do not try to burn the wound with something like acid.
* Do not apply lime or tree juice on the wound.
* Do not try to induce vomiting.
* Consult a doctor after being bitten by a snake whether it is venomous or non-venomous. Do not be unduly afraid or do not go to self-medication without knowing.
