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Mexican Beaded Lizard Bite
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The Mexican Beaded Lizards are usually found in the deserts of Southwest U.S. They are poisonous and can bite really hard. They will lock on and bite with a powerful grip and is extremely painful.

Symptoms

Steps
1   Disengage the lizard as quickly as possible without breaking the teeth off in the wound.
2   Submerging the lizard and affected area of your body in cold water or lighting a match under the lower jaw can help as well. Prying the jaws with pliers or screwdriver will work too.
3   Wash the wound thoroughly with soap and water and rinse it under running water for 10 to 20 minutes
4   Cover the bite site with clean dressing and apply pressure for at least 5 minutes
5   Immobilize the affected limb at heart level
6   Seek medical attention immediately
Warnings
Make sure to remove the lizard without breaking its teeth
Tips
Keep the person as calm as possible to stop the spread of venom

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