Woman in Nantou Bit by Snake in Backyard, Family's Quick Action Saved Her Life by Taking Photo to Identify Snake

Reported about 1 year ago

In Nantou County, Taiwan, a woman was bitten on the right ankle by a venomous snake, identified as the kukri snake, while doing laundry in her backyard. The family's quick thinking of capturing a photo of the snake enabled medical professionals to administer the correct antivenom promptly, alleviating pain and swelling. The woman has since recovered and been discharged from the hospital. This incident serves as a reminder for people to seek immediate medical attention in case of snake bites and to provide visual documentation for accurate treatment.

Source: YAHOO

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