In What Way Should Painful Stiffness In The Arm After A Spider Bite Be Treated?

Posted on Wed, 23 May 2018

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Question : i believe i have a spider bite my concern is that my arm is getting stiff and painfull. see attachef

Answered by Dr. Hari Charan Perigela (5 hours later)

Brief Answer:
You should take Anti inflammatory tablet

Detailed Answer:
Hi
I saw the picture.
There are signs of Inflammation on the upper limb.
It could be due to some Insect bite or spider bite.Whatever is the cause, inflammation has to be reduced.
I prescribe an Anti inflammatory tablet to my patients with similar complaints.If there is suspicion of Infection,i add Antibiotic like Amoxycillin 500mg to my patients.
Nothing to worry.It will come down.
Please consult your doctor and get appropriate prescription.
Hope I answered your query.If you have any questions,I will clarify further.
Wish you good health.
Regards

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