Pregnant Woman Bitten by a Snake Late in Her Pregnancy

Published on October 23, 2019
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Why She Couldn’t Use the Anti-venom

In most cases, a snake bite isn’t a big deal. Of course, the victim has to get to the hospital in time for the anti-venom dosage, but they are usually fine. A night of observation is often all that’s needed, and the person can go back home. However, in Angie’s case, the dose of anti-venom might have been too strong for her baby’s heart to handle. Read on to see what she chose to do!

A Baby With A Large Snake

A Baby With A Large Snake

Angie’s Life-threatening Decision

Angie didn’t have a lot of time to think, but she knew that her decision could have negative consequences for her and/or her baby. Plus, there was her dear husband, Colby, to consider, as well. She could take the dose of anti-venom, which could harm her unborn baby, or the doctors could deliver the baby with an emergency C-section four full weeks early. After the baby was born, she could take the anti-venom and save herself, too.

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Angie During Her Dilemma

Angie During Her Dilemma