ophidism

/ˈɑfɪˌdɪzəm/
noun
  1. Poisoning caused by a snake bite, especially from a venomous snake.
    • Doctors in the region are trained to handle cases of ophidism.
    • Antivenom is the primary treatment for ophidism.
    • The hiker was treated for ophidism after being bitten by a rattlesnake.
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