Snake Bites
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When a snakebite occurs, the most important factor is to seek care without delay, since some species can inject substances capable of affecting the body.
What it is: A snakebite is the injury caused by the animal's fangs; its severity depends on the species, the amount of venom, and the area affected.
Signs to watch for: Pain, swelling around the wound, redness and, in some cases, a general feeling of being unwell may appear.
Where to go: After a bite it is best to go to an emergency department right away, where the emergency physician, the general practitioner, the internist, or the pediatrician provide the initial care. Stay calm, avoid handling the wound, and head to a professional assessment as soon as possible, since time is decisive.
Data on 137 doctors who treat snake bites
Which specialist treats snake bites?
Snake bites are an emergency that an emergency medicine physician should address immediately; a general practitioner or pediatrician may be involved in follow-up care depending on the patient's age. Seek emergency care without delay after a bite. You can find these specialists here.
Treatment by city
Doctors specialized in snake bites
Dr. Rodrigo Armando Vigueras Santiago
Dr. Talina Mendivil Sánchez
Dr. José G. Padilla López
Dr. Vicente de Jesus Flores Lopez
Dr. Úrsula Garcia Soto
Dr. Jacqueline Montero Schwarz
Dr. Lorely Vianey Bres Ramírez
Dr. Yolanda Yamilé López López
Dr. Maria Fernanda Frausto Mendoza
Dr. Karla Escobedo Vázquez
Dr. Norma Ilse Garcia González
Dr. Kim Danae Díaz Juárez
Dr. Carlos Andrés Aceves Barrios
Dr. Arturo Ariph Ibarra Sánchez
Dr. Héctor Garza Blizzard
Dr. Beatriz Ortiz Figueroa
Dr. Gilberto Morales Salgado
Dr. Miguel Ángel Martínez Benaiges
Dr. Guillermo Fojaco Villanueva
Dr. Ivette Victorino
Frequently asked questions
What is snake bites?
When a snakebite occurs, the most important factor is to seek care without delay, since some species can inject substances capable of affecting the body.
Which doctor treats snake bites?
Snake bites are an emergency that an emergency medicine physician should address immediately; a general practitioner or pediatrician may be involved in follow-up care depending on the patient's age. Seek emergency care without delay after a bite. You can find these specialists here.