The North Carolina State University Cooperative Extension Service says copperhead snake bites are the most common, but the good news is copperhead venom is not usually very potent.
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As our own Art Rascon can attest, copperhead bites usually come without warning.
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LiveScience.com says while many venomous snakes will give off a warning sign, copperheads have a nasty habit of striking almost immediately when they feel threatened.
Symptoms of copperhead snake bites
These bites are usually very painful, but it's extremely rare for a human to die from the bite.
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The most severe consequence of a copperhead bite is temporary tissue damage at the site of the snakebite.
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According to the CDC, you could see any or all of these symptoms:
- A pair of puncture marks at the wound
- Redness/swelling around the bite
- Severe pain at the site of the bite
- Nausea and vomiting
- Labored breathing (in extreme cases, breathing may stop altogether)
- Disturbed vision
- Increased salivation and sweating
- Numbness or tingling around your face and/or limbs
With all this in mind, experts say it is best to get immediate medical attention after a copperhead bite because some people may have strong reactions to the venom.
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