Symptoms of a Brown Recluse Bite
A bite might not hurt at first or even leave a mark. For some people, it feels like a pinch or a bee sting.
A bite might not hurt at first or even leave a mark. For some people, it feels like a pinch or a bee sting.Within the first day or two after you’ve been bitten, you may notice:
Pain or redness at the site of the bitePain or redness at the site of the biteA deep sore (ulcer) that forms where you were bitten, with the skin at the center turning purplePain or redness at the site of the biteA deep sore (ulcer) that forms where you were bitten, with the skin at the center turning purpleFeverPain or redness at the site of the biteA deep sore (ulcer) that forms where you were bitten, with the skin at the center turning purpleFeverChillsPain or redness at the site of the biteA deep sore (ulcer) that forms where you were bitten, with the skin at the center turning or redness at the site of the biteA deep sore (ulcer) that forms where you were bitten, with the skin at the center turning painPain or redness at the site of the biteA deep sore (ulcer) that forms where you were bitten, with the skin at the center turning painFeeling weakPain or redness at the site of the biteA deep sore (ulcer) that forms where you were bitten, with the skin at the center turning painFeeling weakSeizures or coma (very rare)Treatment
TreatmentIf you suspect your small child was bitten by a brown recluse, see your doctor right away. Their bodies can’t ward off the dangerous effects of the spider’s venom.
TreatmentIf you suspect your small child was bitten by a brown recluse, see your doctor right away. Their bodies can’t ward off the dangerous effects of the spider’s venom.For adults, most brown recluse spider bites can be treated at home with good results. But about 10% of them cause ulcers or blisters that damage your skin so badly that you need a doctor’s care.
TreatmentIf you suspect your small child was bitten by a brown recluse, see your doctor right away. Their bodies can’t ward off the dangerous effects of the spider’s venom.For adults, most brown recluse spider bites can be treated at home with good results. But about 10% of them cause ulcers or blisters that damage your skin so badly that you need a doctor’s care.If your symptoms are mild, try these simple home remedies:
Clean it with soap and water.Clean it with soap and water.Apply antibiotic cream.Clean it with soap and water.Apply antibiotic cream.If you were bitten on an arm or leg, keep it raised while you’re resting. This can reduce swelling.Clean it with soap and water.Apply antibiotic cream.If you were bitten on an arm or leg, keep it raised while you’re resting. This can reduce swelling.Put ice on it.Clean it with soap and water.Apply antibiotic cream.If you were bitten on an arm or leg, keep it raised while you’re resting. This can reduce swelling.Put ice on it.Take over-the-counter pain medicine.Clean it with soap and water.Apply antibiotic cream.If you were bitten on an arm or leg, keep it raised while you’re resting. This can reduce swelling.Put ice on it.Take over-the-counter pain medicine.Watch for more severe symptoms.
See a doctor right away if you notice any of these symptoms:
The bite has formed an ulcer or blister with a dark (blue, purple or black) center. The bite has formed an ulcer or blister with a dark (blue, purple or black) center. You’re in extreme pain.The bite has formed an ulcer or blister with a dark (blue, purple or black) center. You’re in extreme pain.You have an infection at the site of the bite.The bite has formed an ulcer or blister with a dark (blue, purple or black) center. You’re in extreme pain.You have an infection at the site of the bite.You’re having trouble breathing.
