The danger of spider bites: Most spiders are harmless, with the exception of the black widow and the brown recluse spiders (sometimes called the violin spider). Both of these spiders are found in warm climates.
Brown recluse spider, or violin spider, is about 1 inch long and has a violin shaped mark on its upper back. It is often found in warm, dry climates and prefers to stay in undisturbed areas such as basements, closets, and attics. It is not an aggressive spider, but will attack if trapped or held against the skin.
Symptoms: Venom from the brown recluse spider usually causes local tissue damage. However, each individual may experience symptoms differently. Symptoms may include:
Symptoms of a brown recluse spider bite may resemble other conditions or medical problems. Always consult your physician for a diagnosis.
Treatment may include:
Black widow spider is a small, shiny, black, button-shaped spider with a red hourglass mark on its abdomen, and prefers warm climates. Black widow spider bites release a toxin that can cause damage to the nervous system, thus emergency medical treatment is necessary.
The following are the most common symptoms of a black widow spider bite. However, each individual may experience symptoms differently. Symptoms may include:
These symptoms of a black widow spider bite may resemble other conditions or medical problems. Always consult your physician for a diagnosis.
Treatment may include:
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