Why is the use of a tourniquet considered dangerous after a snake bite?
Answer
It restricts blood flow and concentrates the venom in one area, significantly increasing the risk of necrosis and amputation.
Applying a tourniquet is a counter-productive measure that harms rather than heals. By cutting off circulation, the venom becomes trapped at the bite site in a highly concentrated form. This concentration causes localized tissue damage and accelerates the process of necrosis (tissue death). Instead of protecting the rest of the body, a tourniquet ensures that the localized damage is maximized, often leading to the eventual need for surgical intervention or limb amputation.
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