Snake Bites and Various Insects

Snake and various insect bites: what you need to know and how to deal with them

Snake and insect bites can be dangerous to human health. In this article we will look at what measures need to be taken in case of snake and insect bites in order to cope with them and prevent possible complications.

Snake bites

The most dangerous time for snake bites is spring, when snakes are steaming and become especially aggressive. You can tell whether a snake has bitten you venomously or not by looking at the wound from the bite. If a non-venomous snake has bitten, the wound will have one jagged mark, and if it is poisonous, then two marks that will have a round shape.

When bitten by a poisonous snake, swelling occurs around the wound, severe pain and fever. To prevent complications, it is necessary to remove the poison from the wound as soon as possible. If you don’t have a special jar, you can use an empty bottle heated over a fire and apply it to the wound (but do not burn it). Then you need to cauterize the wound with a hot nail, doing it like this: cover the bitten area with a wet rag, protecting the healthy tissue with it, and cauterize the middle. If you don’t have a jar or a nail (or even a suitable piece of iron) at hand, but you have manganese, then you can put a manganese crystal in each wound, drop a drop of water on it, and poke the body around the wound with a needle so that the dissolved manganese penetrates better into the tissue .

To reduce pain from snake bites, as well as any insect bites, you can hold the bitten area over steam. Traditional remedies such as hemp seeds and snake grass can also help reduce pain and prevent swelling. Hemp seeds must be crushed and tied to the wound, and snake grass can be steamed dry or fresh and tied to the wound. You can also drink a decoction of snake grass in water.

Insect bites

Insect stings such as bees, wasps, mosquitoes, etc. can cause different reactions in different people. Some people may be allergic to insect stings and develop anaphylactic shock. If a person experiences symptoms such as difficulty breathing, swelling of the larynx, then it is necessary to call an ambulance as soon as possible.

To deal with common insect bites, you must immediately remove the sting if it remains on the wound and cool the bitten area. To do this, you can apply ice or a cold compress to the wound. This will help reduce swelling and reduce pain.

To relieve itching and irritation, you can use a topical antiseptic such as hydrocortisone ointment or arnica. You can also apply a mixture of baking soda and water to the bitten area to relieve itching.

If an insect bite causes an allergic reaction, you must immediately call an ambulance. To prevent an allergic reaction, you can take antihistamines such as diphenhydramine or claritin.

Conclusions

Snake and insect bites can be dangerous to human health. If you are bitten, you must take immediate action to avoid complications. Remember that if you are bitten by a poisonous snake, you must remove the poison from the wound as soon as possible, and if you have an allergic reaction to an insect bite, you must call an ambulance. Folk remedies such as snake grass and hemp seeds can help reduce pain and prevent swelling. But remember that they are not a substitute for professional medical care, especially for serious bites or allergic reactions.