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Originally Posted by jaleely
Too true Aaron. I want to say i take them seriously, but obviously I allow myself a false sense of security since they are usually so docile. My one male has never even acted upset...however this male is a very feisty baby, who should be handled more seriously. I just didn't think. I really didn't think he'd care that i couldn't get the fish smell off of my hands *lol*
That's twice i've underestimated him. Completely my fault and I admit it!
It's too easy to get in the mindset that he's a cute silly little critter....which he is, but he is a critter with instinct and should be respected as such.
What does this mean "venoms get used to their counter part quite frequently"? lol
I just mean explain that further for me.
Honestly, the reason i posted the title the way i did is because MANY people, me included scoff the idea that these snakes can cause harm. I didn't really scoff, but i was unsure about the reaction, i should say.
My swollen hand that' now reached past my wrist begs to differ *lol*
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First off, I didn't mean my post was directed to you about the seriousness part. I guess after I re-read it that you'd be included to.
I don't like ever reaching in and grabbing a snake like a hognose bare handed for the reason you now know first hand. There's a member here who had one or two who were super hissy and puffy but I would never barehand grab them. It's not worth the risk of injury or any single finger.
What I meant by that is that venoms will grow stronger against antivenoms. Which are their counter. Sometimes it takes a vial or two (usually a dozen) to save a life and if that person doesn't grow allergic to the antivenom and they get bit again they will usually take twice as many vials or more to help out.
I hope you're swelling goes down soon. If it progresses I fear the ER will have to cut you to help relieve the pressure. Hopefully it goes down soon.
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