I got bit by a spider right now , what should i do ?!


Question:

I got bit by a spider right now , what should i do ?

just that im waiting for a ride. :-(


Answers:

not all spider bites require a trip to the emergency room.

if you were able to catch the spider and it resembles that of a poisonous spider then take it w/you to the emergency room. the most posionous ones are a brown recluse and a black widow. i'll post links for pictures of both.

report to the er if

-you think or know the spider was posionous
-the bite is begin to swell rapidly
-the bite has increased redness or is severely painful,tender,or hot to touch
-you begin to feel lightheaded,dizzy,sweaty,or nauseated

if the bite doesn't seem to be reacting much-wash it well with warm water and soap. apply some benadryl or hydrocortisone cream to help relieve swelling and itch

hope this helps




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