Envenomation
Envenomation is a neurotoxic medical condition acquired by exposure to cracked cobra poison. Despite the poison slowly killing them and making them suffer a plethora of negative symptoms (i.e. convulsion, vomiting, sneezing, and explosive diarrhea), they develop a psychological addiction to the poison, going so far as to bring harm to others in their delusional rage if they don't have enough.
Luckily, this condition can be cured by a simple antidote or by simply letting the poison pass, but medical professionals do not recommend counting on the latter as envenomation can be fatal if not treated. What is recommended is that people going into cracked cobra habitats wear thick layers of waterproof protective clothing and carrying a holy talisman at all times. Children are especially at risk for developing envenomation as their brains are still developing, so protective measures should be doubled for them.
Luckily, this condition can be cured by a simple antidote or by simply letting the poison pass, but medical professionals do not recommend counting on the latter as envenomation can be fatal if not treated. What is recommended is that people going into cracked cobra habitats wear thick layers of waterproof protective clothing and carrying a holy talisman at all times. Children are especially at risk for developing envenomation as their brains are still developing, so protective measures should be doubled for them.
Transmission & Vectors
The spit of a cracked cobra
Causes
Can be ingested or transmitted simply by making contact with the skin
Symptoms
The body will immediately enter fits of convulsion, vomiting, sneezing, and explosive diarrhea. Also, the toxins trick the afflicted into craving more and they will do anything to get it despite its toxic nature. Stealing, lying, cheating, even attacking loved ones among other unsavory acts have all been reported.
Treatment
Antitoxins, Quarantine
Prognosis
If the condition isn't treated in time, it can be fatal.
Sequela
A number of people have reported symptoms of withdrawal
Affected Groups
Children and those with preexisting brain conditions are especially vulnerable to symptoms.
Hosts & Carriers
Cracked cobras generate chemicals used in their spit to ward off threats.
Prevention
Thick layers of waterproof clothing, Holy symbols
Epidemiology
It can be spread if bodily fluids possessing the poison enter the system of another person.
History
Envenomation has been recorded throughout all of recorded history.
Cultural Reception
Envenomated creatures are feared and often face strict quarantine or are euthanized if they cannot be treated.
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