Health Tips for Thailand: Vaccines, Mosquitoes, and Snakes (2)
Snake bite: Contrary to popular belief, there is no venom capable of causing death within mere minutes. The only immediate serious risk following a snake bite is anaphylactic shock, which is a severe allergic reaction and not due to the venom’s toxicity. This shock can also occur from a wasp sting or even eating strawberries. Snake venoms are meant to neutralize prey and initiate pre-digestion. The toxicity of venom …