Odisha woman carries venomous snake to hospital after being bitten, helping doctors identify species

A woman from the Malkangiri district of Odisha showed excellent quick wit after being attacked by a venomous snake. She did not panic but managed to lock the snake in a box that accompanied her to the hospital, which enabled the doctors to know the type of the snake and administer the proper treatment accordingly.A video of the incident, posted by India Today on Instagram, has attracted huge attention online. According to the reports, the lady who had been attacked by the snake managed to trap the snake in a box and rushed to the hospital. This made it easier for the medical practitioners to identify the snake and give the best treatment possible.As the woman is receiving treatment, this case has brought about different kinds of reactions on social media platforms.

Many have applauded her for the courage she displayed and how alert she was. One user remarked, "This is brave on another level." Someone else noted, "She saved time by giving the doctors information about the snake." People termed her as 'brave' and wished her quick recovery. Nonetheless, there were other people who advised against the attempt to catch the snake after being bitten as it could be very risky and cause more harm.

Although the woman's efforts helped the doctors to know which kind of snake bit her, experts recommend against the attempts to catch the snake following being bitten by it as it increases the risk of having more bites.The video quickly sparked a wave of reactions across social media. Many people praised the woman's calmness and presence of mind, calling her actions "incredibly brave." Some felt that bringing the snake along could have helped doctors identify the species more quickly and administer the right treatment.

Others, however, urged people not to copy what she did, warning that handling a venomous snake after being bitten is extremely dangerous and could put lives at even greater risk.

In case of a snake bite, the first thing to do is to stay as cool as possible and rush immediately to a nearby hospital. The limb where the snake bite occurred should be kept stationary and positioned below heart level. Rings, watches, and any tight clothing around the bitten area should be removed.Do not attempt to chase down or capture the snake, as doing so can result in more bites. Do not attempt to cut, suction out, place ice on, put a tourniquet on, or apply any other first aid measures to the bite site, as these practices will likely increase your injuries. If it is possible, attempt to memorize what the snake looks like or even take a picture of the snake from a safe distance.