Non Venomous Snake Bite
Description
Snake bites that do not contain poisonous venom. The bites can cause damage to the skin, soft tissue, nerves, tendons and muscles. Infection can also be the result.
Symptoms
Pain, swelling, tenderness.
Tests
A history and physical exam will be performed.
Standard Workup
- X-Ray
Treatment
Wound care is performed. Treatment of any other injuries (tendon, nerve, blood vessels) is undertaken. For more information and help call your local poison center at 1-800-222-1222.
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Research
Oral bacterial flora of the Chinese cobra (Naja atra) and bamboo pit viper (Trimeresurus albolabris) in Hong Kong SAR, China.
Provided by: PubMed
Purification and functional characterisation of rhiminopeptidase A, a novel aminopeptidase from the venom of Bitis gabonica rhinoceros.
Provided by: PubMed
News
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From: The Arizona Republic
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From: 12 News Phoenix
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From: Medical News Today
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