Condition Info - BotMed Application

ConditionName

Snake bites

ConditionDescription

Symptoms

Pain and swelling at bite site;
Progressive dyspnea;
Toxin-induced DIC;
More severe in children;

PhysicalFindings

ClinicalTests

Identification of the snake;
Grading severity of envenomation;

RiskFactors

IsRedFlag

IsNPLEX

Consequence

Most common injury: local wound
Death from snake bites:
-	Hemolytic toxin: hemolysis, DIC, damage to endothelial lining of tissue;
-	Neurotoxin: can result in respiratory paralysis, ptosis, dysphagia, and diplopia;

ProgressionFromCondition

TreatmentOptions

Apply local pressure, immobilize victim, it will decrease movement of venom;
Cleaning wound;
Find local hospital, antivenin;

PharmOptions

WebLink

https://www.merckmanuals.com/en-ca/professional/injuries-poisoning/bites-and-stings/snakebites