Suggest Treatment For Spider Bite

Posted on Sun, 23 Aug 2015

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Sun, 23 Aug 2015 Answered on

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Question : I believe I have been bitten by aspider. I am having the same symptoms of being bitten by a bee. What can I do besides "wait it out"?

Answered by Dr. Baranidharan Kuselan (1 hour later)

Brief Answer:
Clean, cold compress and tylenol

Detailed Answer:
Hi there,
Thanks for posting in HCM.
I am Dr.Barani and I am pleased to assist you.

Most of the spider bites are minor issues only and not to worry about.
But some are dangerous and need immediate medical attention.

If the bite site is very painful, if you have issues with breathing or if you have sever abdominal cramping go to ER immediately.

If you do not have any of these, you can do the following.

1. Clean the wound site with water.
2. Apply cold compress
3. Take tylenol

I hope that answers your question.
Let me know if you have any more questions.
Regards,
Dr.Barani

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