What happens if you get bit by a timber rattlesnake?

Timber rattlesnake venom is considered a hemotoxin, which means it acts to destroy tissue as an aid in digesting its prey. With a timber rattlesnake bites, skin around the bite will typically swell and turn black and may slough off as the skin heals.

What to do if you see a rattlesnake while hiking?

If the snake won’t move off the trail, it’s safest to wait it out or turn back. Don’t try stepping over or around it, unless you can bypass it at a safe distance – and watch where you step. Keep an eye on the snake in case it decides to escape your way. When motivated, they can glide fairly quickly.

What should you do if bitten by a rattlesnake?

Don’t raise the area above the level of the heart.

Stay as still as possible,as movement will increase your blood flow and the venom will circulate faster.

Remove any tight clothing or jewelry before you start to swell.

Let the wound bleed,as this may allow some of the venom to be released.

What are the long term effects of a rattlesnake bite?

Amputation of the bitten limb (severe cases)

Death (worst case scenario)

Necrosis (death of tissue at the location of the bite)

Fang bite scars

Bleeding,swelling,and redness at the bite site.

Intense physical pain (short to medium term)

Nausea,vomiting,diarrhea,dizziness,tiredness.

What causes a rattlesnake to bite?

– Swelling, pain, and ecchymosis limited to the site of the bite – No systemic signs – Normal coagulation parameters or isolate mild alterations without clinically relevant bleeding

What happens if you are bitten by a rattlesnake?

Wash the bite with soap and water.

Keep the bitten area still and lower than the heart.

Cover the area with a clean,cool compress or a moist dressing to ease swelling and discomfort.

Monitor breathing and heart rate.

Remove all rings,watches,and constrictive clothing,in case of swelling.