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How To Treat A Brown Recluse Spider Bite?

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Question : bitten by ? brown recluse..what immediate care?
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Answered by Dr. Ivo Ditah (6 hours later)
Brief Answer:
Can you upload an image of the bitten site?

Detailed Answer:
HI,

Cleansing most bite sites with an antiseptic such as betadine or iodine is enough. Very little would would heal spontaneously but if they are big, you may need an antibiotic. Tylenol would be helpful in ocntrolling any pains.

If possible, upload an image to me for relief.

I wish you well. Keep me posted and hope to hear back from you!
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How To Treat A Brown Recluse Spider Bite?

Brief Answer: Can you upload an image of the bitten site? Detailed Answer: HI, Cleansing most bite sites with an antiseptic such as betadine or iodine is enough. Very little would would heal spontaneously but if they are big, you may need an antibiotic. Tylenol would be helpful in ocntrolling any pains. If possible, upload an image to me for relief. I wish you well. Keep me posted and hope to hear back from you!