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Gila Monsters

Gila monster

Signs and Symptoms of a Bite

A bite produces intense pain within 30 seconds, followed by swelling, weakness, dizziness, nausea and chills.

Treatment

Once a Gila monster bites, it does not generally let go. As they chew, the saliva carries the venom into the wound. Getting the Gila monster off as quickly as possible is important. Various methods have been suggested, but the most effective is to just pull it off. Allow the wound to bleed freely and flood it with water, if possible.

Call the Banner Poison and Drug Information Center at 800-222-1222 and go to the nearest emergency facility.

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