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    Nonpoisonous Spider Bites

    Nonpoisonous Spider Bites



    Topic Overview

    Symptoms of a nonpoisonous spider bite may last from a few hours to a few days and are usually mild. Symptoms usually occur at the site of the bite and may include:

    • Swelling.
    • Redness.
    • Pain.
    • Itching.

    Home treatment is often all that is needed to prevent infection and relieve symptoms of a bite from a nonpoisonous spider.




    By: Reference Healthwise Staff Last Revised: Reference October 14, 2011
    Medical Review: Reference William H. Blahd, Jr., MD, FACEP - Emergency Medicine
    Reference H. Michael O'Connor, MD - Emergency Medicine


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