The topic Crotalus Simus Snake Bite you are seeking is a synonym, or alternative name, or is closely related to the medical condition Central American Rattlesnake Bite.

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• The Central American rattlesnake (Crotalus simus) is a highly venomous snake that ranges in size from anywhere over 4 feet to up to 6 feet in length. These rattlesnakes belong to the sub-species of pit vipers, family Viperidae. Pit vipers are termed so, due to the presence of certain heat-sensing organs located in a recess/notch between their eyes and nostrils.
• The Central American rattlesnake was earlier classified under Crotalus durissus (South American rattlesnake) and Crotalus simus (Central American rattlesnake) as sub-species, but is now recognized as a separate species by itself
• The rattlesnake is found in Central America, in the nations of Honduras, Nicaragua, and Costa Rica and in some parts of the Yucatán Peninsula. It inhabits tropical evergreen and deciduous forests, woodlands, and grasslands, at elevations of 3,300-6,600 feet (1,000 to 2,000 m). These mostly diurnal reptiles are ambush predators that hunt small mammals, rodents, lizards, and even birds
• The body color of the Central American rattlesnake may vary from light gray, ash, brown, red, to olive green or even dark brown. The top side is marked by diamond-shaped patterns with triangles on the sides; the patterns are mostly darker-colored with light or white scaly borders
• The rattlesnake has two vivid stripes that begin from the head, traveling some length on the body before it meets the diamond patterns. The head of the snake is large and broad and it has a narrowed neck. The body is fairly heavy with a distinct spinal ridge that may continue until the small tail with segmented rattles
• Central American Rattlesnake Bites involving humans are not uncommon. Also, the snakes are known to be irritable when disturbed, even though they may avoid humans and other larger predators through thermal detection and vibration awareness. Intruders, who approach the snake, may be warned by its continuous rattling, raised head and body posture, and striking actions
• Nevertheless, a bite from a fully-grown Central American rattlesnake can result in severe envenomation (venom injection) and death, in the absence of adequate treatment. The snake venom may be a potent mix of hemotoxins, myotoxins, and neurotoxins that cause minimal local reaction, but severe-to-fatal systemic symptoms
• The signs and symptoms of Central American Rattlesnake Bite may include mild pain, swelling, blistering, along with nausea and vomiting. The venom can also impair blood coagulation and breakdown the red blood cells, leading to severe symptoms including abnormally rapid breathing, shock and multiple organ damage (including kidney failure)
• Early administration of suitable antivenom (or antivenin) is the mainstay of treatment. Apart from this, symptomatic treatment is necessary, which may include the use of pain medication, platelet (blood) transfusion, and peritoneal dialysis. The prognosis of Central American Rattlesnake Bite with prompt and effective therapy is usually good

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