Evenomation

Question 1

why are young ppl less likely to die form venom?

Answer 1

CV system is better intact compared to middle aged more likely to have compromised CV system and respiratory system.

Question 2

3 ways venom causes death. explain each

Answer 2

1. haemotoxicity - can contain a v powerful pro coagulant → localized clotting → strips the body of clotting factors (fibrin) → vulnerable to catastrophic bleed.
   Can also can also be a very powerful anti-coagulant → vulnerable to catastrophic bleed.
2. neurotoxicity - paralysis
3. Myotoxicity - Rhabdomyolosis causing renal failure. (muscle breakdown > increase myoglobin > damage kidney)

Question 3

give one example and the MOA of venom causing a morbidity

Answer 3

limb amputation.

Venom → tissue necrosis → amputation→morbidity.