What happens when you get bit by a rattlesnake?

How to treat a rattlesnake bite. The first and most important thing to do is get away from the snake, as they can strike again if they feel threatened. Don't waste time trying to catch the snake, but try to remember its size and color. read more

If you’re bitten by one it can be dangerous, but it’s very rarely fatal. However, if left untreated, the bite may result in severe medical problems or death. The venom from the majority of rattlesnake bites will damage tissue and affect your circulatory system by destroying skin tissues and blood cells and by causing you to hemorrhage internally. read more

Soon after, though, I felt strangely drawn to a rattlesnake exhibition at a local museum. My response was physiological: when I heard the rattle, my heart started to pound. We now have a relationship, for sure. read more

Venomous snake bites can produce an array of symptoms, including localized pain and swelling, convulsions, nausea, and even paralysis. First aid steps you can take after a snake bite occurs include cleaning the wound, remaining calm, and immobilizing the affected area. read more