What if a Centipede Bites You? | Are Centipedes Poisonous? | Deadliest Insects | The Dr. Binocs Show

oh let the

centipede

go kitten it's not something to play with as it can be a bit risky, risky yes and to understand the risk let me address a painful question:

what

if a

centipede

does it bite? Zoom in on

centipedes

with their long, numerous bodies. Paws are fascinating creatures found in diverse habitats comprising more than 3,000 known species. Their sizes can vary greatly, from the smallest house centipede that measures a small fraction of an inch to the giant centipede that holds the title of the largest among them all and reaches more than a foot in length. length generally these carnivores are bodies that feed on

insects

, spiders and worms, however, sometimes a hungry centipede does not mind hunting poppies 15 times larger than it like a mouse, they attack with the help of their paralyzing poison glands to the animal, making it easy for the centipede to feast and this is where it becomes risky, yes, that is because although they are outdoor creatures that commonly inhabit gardens, forests and other natural environments, sometimes while searching shelter from extreme weather or pursue prey, they enter our living spaces that can find.

They are under the floor or in the cracks of the walls, most

centipedes

are not aggressive towards humans and tend to run away from us; However, if someone accidentally steps on them or deliberately provokes them, these creatures will not shy away from defending themselves by biting the person. This can result in two red V-shaped marks due to the

insects

' disposition to PS, although this sting can be extremely painful, especially when bitten by larger centipedes which tend to release more venom. Fortunately, their venom generally harms humans and causes only mild damage and temporary effects that may disappear within a few hours, however, stings from certain species, such as those of the genus scolopendra, can cause serious allergic reactions as well as cardiovascular effects. and neurological in people due to the strong chemical composition of its venom, which contains substances such as serotonin.

Cardiodepressant amines and toxins Soon the person may begin to experience symptoms such as severe pain radiating from the side of the bite swelling nausea dizziness shortness of breath rapid heart rate and even fever and chills along with throat swelling and skin infections in some In extreme cases, the person may even experience memory disturbances and loss of consciousness. Fortunately, these serious conditions rarely occur, and in most centipede

bites

, the symptoms can resolve within a few hours or days without causing any long-term effects, but in case you are accidentally bitten by a centipede, be sure to do it.

Be sure to stay calm, as panic can raise your heart rate and increase the spread of poison throughout the body. Next, gently wash the bite area with mild soap and water to reduce the risk of infection, then apply a cold compress or ice pack to help relieve pain and swelling (also remember not to scratch the bite as it can irritate the skin, making it easier for germs to enter In case, even after a while, it still hurts a lot or you have trouble breathing, visit your doctor as soon as possible, it's trivia time, did you know?

Despite its name, which means 100 legs, most species have between 30 and 354 legs, including centipedes. They are closely related to lobsters, shrimp and crayfish. Sketch time. Today's sketch of the day goes to Adriana. I hope you learn, learn something useful today until next time, that's me. Dr. boox. Stay away, mom, keep that in mind.