Snake bite

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Snake bite

Each year in the U.S., there are over 8,000 poisonous snakebites -- mostly in the summer season.

Poisonous snake bites are medical emergencies, and they can be deadly if not treated quickly. Children are at higher risk for death or serious complications because of their smaller body size. However, the right anti-venom can save a victim's life. Getting the victim to an emergency room as quickly as possible is the top priority, as many snakebites if properly treated will not have serious effects.

Snake bites can cause severe local tissue damage and often require follow-up care.

Poisonous snake bites include bites by any of the following:

• rattlesnake
• copperhead
• cottonmouth (water moccasin)
• coral snake

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