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Man Bit by Rattlesnake in California Barely Survives After 54 Antivenom Doses
California Poison Control said the case was rare, as most rattlesnake patients need only a few vials of antivenom.
- Idaho resident Chris Howarth was bitten twice by a rattlesnake on May 26 while visiting his parents in Oroville, California, suffering severe reactions requiring immediate medical attention and transfer between two hospitals.
- Cool, wet weather masked the rattlesnake's warning rattle, allowing it to strike unexpectedly while Howarth checked a water line at his parents' home. California has seen at least 249 bites this season amid heightened activity.
- Oroville Hospital exhausted its 36-vial antivenom supply after six days, forcing doctors to airlift Howarth around 185 miles to Stanford Medical Center for 18 additional doses. He received 54 vials total over 12 days while battling a blood-clotting disorder.
- Six weeks after the incident, Howarth remains around 80% recovered with lingering swelling that prevents his return to work as a letter carrier. A GoFundMe campaign has raised $4,507 of its $8,000 goal to support his family.
- California Poison Control System officials advise preventing rattlesnake encounters by sticking to marked trails and wearing sturdy boots. They warn that 'freaking out' increases heart rate, which accelerates venom circulation through the body.
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Man bitten by rattlesnake in California required 54 vials of antivenom to survive
An Idaho man required an exceptional fifty-four vials of antivenom after a rattlesnake bite. His venom spread rapidly, causing severe symptoms and a dangerous blood clotting disorder. Oroville Hospital exhausted its antivenom supply before transferring him. Doctors administered additional doses at Stanford Hospital to stabilize his condition. He is still recovering at home after a lengthy hospital stay.
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A man in the United States received 54 doses of antiophic serum after the bite of a rattler. Treatment exhausted hospital reservations and forced his transfer to continue care.
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