A snakebite — even one from an unidentified snake — must be treated as a medical emergency from the very first moment. Venom can damage the nervous system, impair blood clotting, affect breathing and kidneys, and cause tissue injury around the wound, sometimes without immediate warning signs. Knowing the right steps, and the wrong ones, can make a critical difference.
In brief
- —Treat every suspected venomous bite as an emergency
- —Never try to catch or kill the snake
- —Antivenom is the most effective treatment available
Move away — and leave the snake alone
The first action after a snakebite is to get the injured person away from the snake. Do not attempt to catch, kill, or handle it for identification purposes.
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