Anaphylactic reactions to snake venom have been poorly documented in the scientific literature. The populations at risk are people exposed to multiple bites or workers in venom extraction or toxin research centers constantly exposed to liquid, lyophilized, or powdered venom aerosols. Based on the report of a case of anaphylaxis suffered by one of us exposed to snake venom for 30 years, we underline the threat of this type of violent reaction as an occupational hazard to the exposed population and the need for preventive measures to minimize its frequency and consequences.

Anaphylactic reactions, Snake venom, Venom extraction, Toxin research