According to information from Thanh Hoa Pediatric Hospital, the hospital recently admitted a child who was bitten by a venomous snake while sleeping, but the injury was not detected in time.
According to family members, after being bitten, the child exhibited symptoms such as drooping eyelids, sore throat, and difficulty swallowing, which quickly worsened with frequent vomiting, abdominal pain, difficulty breathing, and muscle paralysis, so they were taken to the hospital for emergency treatment.
Doctors determined the child had been bitten by a venomous snake and immediately provided intensive care. Although the child is now out of danger, prolonged treatment is still required due to late admission and multiple injuries.
According to Dr. Ngo Viet Hung, Head of the Emergency, Intensive Care and Toxicology Department at Thanh Hoa Pediatric Hospital, many patients arrive at the hospital late or receive incorrect first aid, leading to more severe poisoning and increasing the risk of dangerous complications.
According to Doctor Hung, many people still apply folk remedies such as cutting the wound, sucking out the venom, applying herbal poultices, or tourniqueting the bitten limb. These are all incorrect treatments that can worsen the injury or delay emergency treatment.
Experts advise that in the event of a snake bite, people should remain calm, limit movement of the bitten area, clean the wound, and apply a proper compression bandage before quickly taking the patient to the nearest medical facility.
To prevent snake bites during the rainy season and snake breeding season, people should clear bushes around their homes, avoid walking barefoot in areas with many trees and ponds, and carefully check their sleeping areas and bedding before resting, especially at night.
Source: https://vtv.vn/mua-ran-sinh-san-nguy-co-ran-doc-can-gia-tang-100260518225721722.htm
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