This year the snakes in Carinthia often came out of their hiding places. In total there are seven species of snakes native to us, two of which are also venomous – and this year they have bitten more.
In June alone, a man in Krumpendorf, a girl at Forstsee and a woman in Pörtschach were bitten by horned vipers/sand vipers. A viper bit a boy near Fresach. “But there are always unfortunate circumstances when a venomous snake bites. So always be careful when it is hot, take a stick with you when walking and wear sturdy shoes”, advises reptile expert Helga Happ.
Do not consume alcohol or coffee
However, the bite of a viper or viper is usually not life-threatening to humans, but medical attention should always be sought. “After a snakebite; Stay calm and move as little as possible. Under no circumstances should you suck, cut or burn, or drink alcohol or coffee.”
Take a picture of the snake and the bite site
However, if possible, a picture of the snake and the bite site should be taken. “When in doubt, you can also send me the photos if something is unclear in the hospital,” Happ emphasizes. When a dog is bitten by a venomous snake, vet Georg Rainer has an antidote stocked up.
Source: Krone
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