As soon as a snake bites, the body starts reacting. The bitten area may swell quickly, especially in venomous bites.
Tight items can block blood flow and cause severe tissue damage — so remove them immediately.

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 Removing Tight Items Is Important

• After a bite, swelling (edema) begins within minutes.
• If tight objects stay on the body, they act like a tourniquet.
• This can cause:
  • Reduced blood circulation
  • Nerve damage
  • Skin tissue death
  • Very severe pain

So removing tight items early can prevent complications.

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 Tight Items Should Be Removed

1️⃣ Remove Rings And Bangles

Rings and bangles can get stuck because the fingers and hand swell fast, causing:

• Blocked blood flow
• Severe pain
• Permanent nerve damage

Remove them immediately.

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2️⃣ Remove Tight Clothes

If the bite is on the arm or leg:

• Loosen or remove tight sleeves
• Open buttons near the bitten area
• Loosen tight pants, leggings, or jeans

Never cut clothes unless absolutely necessary.

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3️⃣ Remove Foot wear

If bitten on the leg or foot:

• Take off shoes or slippers
• Remove tight socks
  Swelling can make shoes impossible to remove later.

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4️⃣ Remove Watches Or Bands

If the bite is on the hand or wrist:

• Remove wristwatch
• Remove rubber or metal wristbands
• Remove smart watch straps

These tighten as swelling increases.

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5️⃣ Remove Belts Near Bite Area

If the bite is high on the thigh or waist area, loosen belts or anything tight around the stomach.

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 How To Remove Tight Items Safely

Do It Gently

• Remove slowly
• Do not pull hard
• Do not press the bite area

Do Not Delay

• Remove tight items immediately after the bite
• Once swelling starts, it becomes very difficult

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