I got bit by a centipede?!
Question: I got bit by a centipede!?
I got bit by a centipede on October 18 & my mom rubbed vinegar & salt mixed together and heated it up!. After that it just came swollen and red around it!. The next day, my foot was back to normal!. But 2 days later it started to come really sore and hella itchy around it!. It kept coming bigger & bigger!. My mom gave me hydrocortizone to put on but it only helped for a little while!. What should i do about it !?Www@Answer-Health@Com
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There are some centipedes that carry poison!.I just asked my Terminik man!.I would look it up on the centipede that are native to your area!.
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If the local reaction to a bite or sting is severe or a deep sore is developing, a doctor should be consulted by telephone!. Children often have more severe local reactions than adults!. And good luck!.Www@Answer-Health@Com
that is one hell of an injury to have!. it might be infected, so of course i'm going to suggest a doctor!. and i'm pretty sure that the salt and vinegar is best saved for chips!.Www@Answer-Health@Com