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How To Treat Spider Bite?

How can I tell if I have bitten by a spider And do I need to go to ER? And do you give any answers without having to pay? I don t have the extra money especially if I need to go for treatment. I have a hip replacement on the other leg and I am worried even though it doe look better than it did. If you can help me. Please I would be greatful
posted on Thu, 10 Jul 2014
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HI, thanks for using healthcare magic

The consequences of a spider bite can range from no symptoms at all to severe reaction if a poisonous spider was involved.

If you are experiencing no symptoms then you do not need evaluation. If you are having mild discomfort or irritation at the site then the use of an anti histamine and anti inflammatory pain killer (ibuprofen, naproxen, cataflam, aspirin) would help.

If you having severe allergic or other reaction then you should seek medical attention.

If you are having issues related to your hip replacement then you may want to consider visiting your doctor for an assessment.

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How To Treat Spider Bite?

HI, thanks for using healthcare magic The consequences of a spider bite can range from no symptoms at all to severe reaction if a poisonous spider was involved. If you are experiencing no symptoms then you do not need evaluation. If you are having mild discomfort or irritation at the site then the use of an anti histamine and anti inflammatory pain killer (ibuprofen, naproxen, cataflam, aspirin) would help. If you having severe allergic or other reaction then you should seek medical attention. If you are having issues related to your hip replacement then you may want to consider visiting your doctor for an assessment. I hope this helps