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Suggest Remedies For Peeling Skin Due To Brown Recluse Bite

i was bitten by a brown recluse and the skin keeps peeling off i t looks disgusting this is my second time in utah is there somthing to eat or put on to prevent b reclusive from biting me in the near future it isnt healing as quick as the firs time 3 years ago why would that be thanks
posted on Tue, 23 Aug 2016
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Hello,

Indeed, brown recluse bite is difficult to treat. We usually recommend to:
- raise the the arm or leg if you were bitten on these parts
- wash with warm water and soap
- apply antiseptic
- apply antibiotic ointment locally at least twice daily
- apply aloe vera on the bite site

If no improvement, or if getting worse, should seek medical attention.

With regards to prevention, as the spiders tend to live indoor and outdoor, please shake the clothes when your take out from wardrobe, shake your bed and remove the sheets before sleeping, to prevent biting again.

Wish fast recovery.
Dr.Albana Sejdini
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Suggest Remedies For Peeling Skin Due To Brown Recluse Bite

Hello, Indeed, brown recluse bite is difficult to treat. We usually recommend to: - raise the the arm or leg if you were bitten on these parts - wash with warm water and soap - apply antiseptic - apply antibiotic ointment locally at least twice daily - apply aloe vera on the bite site If no improvement, or if getting worse, should seek medical attention. With regards to prevention, as the spiders tend to live indoor and outdoor, please shake the clothes when your take out from wardrobe, shake your bed and remove the sheets before sleeping, to prevent biting again. Wish fast recovery. Dr.Albana Sejdini